Arkansas Take-Home Pay Calculator

Calculate your actual take-home pay in Arkansas after federal tax, Arkansas state tax, Social Security, Medicare, and deductions. Arkansas has a progressive income tax with a top rate of 4.

Annual Breakdown

Gross Salary
$65,000
Federal Income Tax
-$5,760
State Income Tax
-$2,634
Social Security (FICA)
-$4,030
Medicare
-$943
Annual Take-Home Pay
$51,634

Monthly Summary

Monthly Gross
$5,417
Total Deductions
-$1,114
Monthly Take-Home
$4,303
Effective Tax Rate(all deductions)
20.6%

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Arkansas Tax Overview

Arkansas has a progressive income tax with a top rate of 4.4%. The state has been gradually reducing rates in recent years.

Progressive rates up to 4.4%State has been reducing rates$6,000 retirement income exemption

Understanding Your Take-Home Pay in Arkansas

If you work in Arkansas, your take-home pay is affected by a combination of federal taxes and Arkansas-specific taxes and deductions. Here's what Arkansas residents and workers need to know about their paycheck.

Arkansas Income Tax

Arkansas has a progressive income tax with a top rate of 4.4%. The state has been gradually reducing rates in recent years.

Cost of Living in Arkansas

Arkansas has one of the lowest costs of living in the US, approximately 14% below the national average. When evaluating your Arkansas take-home pay, consider how far your paycheck goes based on local costs for housing, food, transportation, and healthcare.

Financial Tips for Arkansas Residents

  • Arkansas has been cutting income tax rates — your effective rate may be lower than you expect
  • The low cost of living in Arkansas means your take-home pay stretches further than in most states
  • Arkansas taxes retirement income but offers a $6,000 exemption
  • Consider the impact of local income taxes in some Arkansas cities

Key Arkansas Tax Features

  • Progressive rates up to 4.4%
  • State has been reducing rates
  • $6,000 retirement income exemption

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the income tax rate in Arkansas?
Arkansas has a progressive income tax with a top rate of 4.4%. The state has been gradually reducing rates in recent years.
How much will I take home from a $75,000 salary in Arkansas?
Your take-home pay from a $75,000 salary in Arkansas depends on your filing status and deductions. Use the calculator above to get your exact Arkansas take-home pay. As a rough estimate, single filers in Arkansas with a 4.4% top rate typically take home 70-80% of their gross salary.
Does Arkansas tax Social Security benefits?
This varies by state. Check the Arkansas tax overview section above for details on Social Security taxation. At the federal level, up to 85% of Social Security benefits may be taxable depending on your combined income.
How does Arkansas's tax rate compare to other states?
Arkansas's top rate of 4.4% is at or below the national median. Compare with no-tax states like Texas and Florida, or high-tax states like California (13.3%) using our state-specific calculators.
What payroll taxes does Arkansas have besides income tax?
In addition to federal FICA (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%), some states have additional payroll taxes such as State Disability Insurance (SDI), Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), and other state-specific levies. The calculator above automatically includes any Arkansas-specific payroll taxes in your calculation.

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