Take-home pay in Arkansas by salary
Yearly take-home pay for a single filer paid every two weeks, with no 401(k), HSA or insurance deductions, under the 2026 federal rules and Arkansas's 2026 state rules. Social Security is 6.2% up to $184,500 of wages and Medicare 1.45%.
| Salary | Federal tax | Social Security + Medicare | Arkansas tax | Take-home | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $993 | $33,327 | $1,281.81 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $1,733 | $48,657 | $1,871.42 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $6,120 | $2,473 | $62,637 | $2,409.12 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $3,490 | $75,690 | $2,911.15 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $5,350 | $108,441 | $4,170.81 |
Taxes on $100,000 come to 24.3% of gross pay in Arkansas; on $40,000 they are 16.7%. Local income taxes are not included; enter a rate in the calculator if your city or county charges one.
Arkansas income tax in 2026
Arkansas has 5 brackets from 2% to 3.7%, and the top rate starts at $26,400 of taxable income for a single filer. Arkansas cut its top rate to 3.7% for 2026 in a May 2026 special session (HB 1001); the Tax Foundation's January survey still listed 3.9%.
The state computes tax from official tables with separate low-income tables, which the calculator follows, so small incomes pay less than the brackets alone suggest.
Arkansas tax brackets, 2026
| Rate | Single | Married, joint |
|---|---|---|
| 0% | $0 to $5,600 | $0 to $5,600 |
| 2% | $5,600 to $11,200 | $5,600 to $11,200 |
| 3% | $11,200 to $16,000 | $11,200 to $16,000 |
| 3.4% | $16,000 to $26,400 | $16,000 to $26,400 |
| 3.7% | Over $26,400 | Over $26,400 |
Taxable income after the deductions and exemptions below. Head of household filers use the single brackets.
Deductions, exemptions and credits
| Standard deduction | $2,470 single, $4,940 joint |
|---|---|
| Credit against the tax | $29 single, $58 joint, $58 head of household |
| Zero bracket | No tax on the first $5,600 of taxable income |
| Low-income tables | Replace the standard deduction and the regular tables at small incomes |
Nearby and similar states
Neighboring states: Missouri (2% to 4.7%), Tennessee (no state income tax), Mississippi (4% flat), Louisiana (3% flat), Texas (no state income tax), Oklahoma (2.5% to 4.5%).
Other states with tax brackets: Alabama, California, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Kansas, Maine. The paycheck calculator page compares all 50 states and DC on one salary.
Budget with the net number: the 50/30/20 budget planner splits monthly take-home pay into needs, wants and savings. To turn an hourly wage into a salary first, use the salary converter.
Sources
Figures checked in October 2026. The state rows use the same data as the calculator: the Tax Foundation survey as of January 1, 2026, updated with laws signed later in 2026, and each state's own worksheets for phase-outs. Estimates only, not tax advice.
- Tax Foundation: State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026 (as of February 2026)
- IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32: 2026 federal tax brackets and standard deduction
- Arkansas revenue department: official forms and withholding
Frequently asked questions
How much is $60,000 after taxes in Arkansas?
About $48,657 a year for a single filer with no pre-tax deductions, or $1,871.42 per biweekly paycheck. That is after $5,020 of federal income tax, $4,590 of Social Security and Medicare, $1,733 of Arkansas income tax. Married filers and anyone with a 401(k) or health premiums keep more; the calculator above handles both.
What are the Arkansas tax brackets for 2026?
5 brackets from 2% to 3.7%. The top rate starts at $26,400 of taxable income for single filers and $26,400 for married couples filing jointly, and the first $5,600 is not taxed. Standard deduction: $2,470 single, $4,940 joint.
Does Arkansas have local income tax?
No. The Tax Foundation's 2026 survey lists local income taxes only in Alabama, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Oregon and Pennsylvania. Arkansas is not among them, so the local field stays at 0.
What is the take-home pay on $100,000 in Arkansas?
About $75,690 a year, $2,911.15 per biweekly paycheck, for a single filer. Taxes come to 24.3% of gross pay: $13,170 federal income tax, $7,650 Social Security and Medicare, $3,490 of Arkansas income tax.
How much Arkansas income tax do I pay on $80,000?
About $2,473 a year for a single filer, $95.12 per biweekly paycheck, on top of $8,770 of federal income tax and $6,120 of Social Security and Medicare. Take-home pay is about $62,637 a year.