Arkansas Tax Brackets 2026
Arkansas taxes income in graduated bands for 2026, with the top rate reaching 3.9%. Only the income inside each band is taxed at that band's rate, so the top rate applies to your highest dollars, not your whole income.
| Rate | Taxable income over | Up to | Tax at band ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2% | $0 | $4,700 | $94 |
| 3.9% | $4,700 | — | — |
| Rate | Taxable income over | Up to | Tax at band ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2% | $0 | $4,700 | $94 |
| 3.9% | $4,700 | — | — |
| Rate | Taxable income over | Up to | Tax at band ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2% | $0 | $4,700 | $94 |
| 3.9% | $4,700 | — | — |
| Rate | Taxable income over | Up to | Tax at band ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2% | $0 | $4,700 | $94 |
| 3.9% | $4,700 | — | — |
Arkansas standard deduction (2026)
| Single | $2,470 |
| Married filing jointly | $4,940 |
| Married filing separately | $2,470 |
| Head of household | $2,470 |
Arkansas also allows a personal exemption (subtracted from tax as a credit) of $29 for single filers.
See what these rates leave of an actual salary: Arkansas paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top income tax rate in Arkansas?
For 2026, the top income tax rate in Arkansas is 3.9%. Graduated states apply that top rate only to income above the final threshold, not to your whole salary.
How do Arkansas taxes compare with other states?
The clearest comparison is take-home pay on the same salary across states. Use the take-home pages to see how Arkansas stacks up against a no-income-tax state and its neighbors.
Federal: IRS 2026 brackets (Rev. Proc. 2025-32) · FICA: IRS Topic 751 · Wage base: SSA · Arkansas: Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. Rates current as of July 16, 2026. Annual-liability estimates, not payroll withholding — see methodology.