Arkansas Paycheck Calculator 2026

A Arkansas (AR) paycheck and payroll calculator for hourly and salaried workers. Enter your pay to see how much federal tax, Arkansas state tax, Social Security and Medicare come out of each paycheck in Arkansas, and what you take home.

Updated November 2, 2026 for 2026 federal and Arkansas tax rates

Progressive — up to 3.70%Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville

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How much tax comes out of a paycheck in Arkansas?

On a $75,000 salary, a single filer in Arkansas pays about $7,670 in federal income tax, $5,738 in Social Security and Medicare and $2,316 in Arkansas state tax a year. That is about 21% of pay, leaving $2,280 per biweekly paycheck.

The same salary in Texas, which has no state income tax, takes home $2,369 per paycheck, so Arkansas tax costs about $89 a check.

Arkansas take-home pay by hourly wage and salary (2026)

Single filer, full time (2,080 hours a year), no 401(k) or other deductions. Change any of these in the calculator above.

Arkansas take-home pay by hourly wage and salary, 2026
PayPer yearAR state taxTake-home / yearBiweekly paycheck
$15/hr$31,200$696$26,553$1,021
$20/hr$41,600$1,081$34,525$1,328
$25/hr$52,000$1,465$42,497$1,634
$30/hr$62,400$1,850$50,468$1,941
$50,000$50,000$1,391$40,964$1,576
$75,000$75,000$2,316$59,276$2,280
$100,000$100,000$3,241$75,939$2,921
$150,000$150,000$5,091$108,700$4,181

See how Arkansas ranks against every other state with the Arkansas salary calculator, or convert an hourly rate with the hourly to salary calculator.

Arkansas income tax rates 2026

State Tax Type

Progressive

Up to 3.70%

Std. Deduction

$2,470

Single filer

Social Security

6.2%

Up to $184,500

Medicare

1.45%

All wages

Income Tax Brackets — Single Filer

$0–$5,600
0.00%
$5,600–$11,200
2.00%
$11,200–$16,000
3.00%
$16,000–$26,400
3.40%
$26,400+
3.70%

Paycheck calculators for other states

Where you live determines how much of your paycheck you keep. The 9 no-tax states like Texas and Florida withhold $0 in state income tax, while high-tax states like California and New York can take over 13% on top earnings. On a $100K salary, that difference can exceed $9,000/year in take-home pay. Click any state to run a full paycheck calculation.

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* WA has no income tax but levies a 0.58% Long-Term Care payroll tax. MD rates exclude local/county taxes (~3% avg). All data reflects the 2025 tax year. Click any state to open the full paycheck calculator with federal taxes, FICA, 401(k), and pay schedule.

Arkansas Paycheck Calculation

How your Arkansas take-home pay is calculated from gross salary.

State Tax = Apply State Brackets to (Gross - State Std. Deduction - Pre-Tax Deductions)

Example:

Single filer in Arkansas earning $75,000

Arkansas state tax on $75,000 (after the state standard deduction)
= $2,316 a year · take-home $59,276 ($2,280 biweekly)

Variables:

Gross - Annual gross salary
State Std. Deduction - $2,470 (single) / $4,940 (MFJ)

These formulas provide the mathematical foundation for the calculations. Actual results may vary based on rounding, compounding frequency, and specific lender policies.

Arkansas paycheck calculator FAQs

Quick answers about Arkansas paycheck taxes and take-home pay.

What is the Arkansas state income tax rate for 2026?

Arkansas has a progressive income tax with a 2026 top rate of 3.7% on net taxable income over $26,400. This is down from 3.9% in 2025 (Act 1 of the 2026 special session), part of a multi-year rate reduction plan.

Is there a payroll deduction in Arkansas for employees?

Yes. Arkansas employees pay state income tax withheld from their paycheck. The withholding follows the state's progressive brackets.

Sources and how we calculate

Federal brackets, the standard deduction and FICA rates come from the IRS and SSA for 2026. Arkansas brackets, deductions and payroll taxes come from the state revenue department. Figures were last checked on November 2, 2026. City and county income taxes are not included unless noted above.

Read our calculation methodology.

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Disclaimer: Results are estimates for planning only and do not constitute tax, legal, lending, or investment advice. Actual paycheck and tax outcomes can vary based on employer settings, local rules, and personal elections. Consult a qualified US tax professional, CFP, or attorney before making financial decisions.