Arkansas Paycheck Calculator 2026
Updated for the 2026 tax year · Last updated June 11, 2026
Estimated take-home pay in Arkansas
$52,056 / year
$4,338 per month · $2,002 per bi-weekly paycheck · effective tax rate 19.9%
| Breakdown | Annual | Monthly | Bi-weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $65,000 | $5,417 | $2,500 |
| Federal income tax | −$5,620 | −$468 | −$216 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | −$4,030 | −$336 | −$155 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | −$943 | −$79 | −$36 |
| Arkansas state income tax | −$2,351 | −$196 | −$90 |
| Take-home pay | $52,056 | $4,338 | $2,002 |
Estimates assume a single filer taking the 2026 federal standard deduction ($16,100), with no pre-tax benefits or additional withholdings. For guidance only — not tax advice.
How your Arkansas paycheck is calculated
- •Arkansas cut its top rate to 3.9% after repeated reductions since 2015 (when it was 7%).
- •Only two brackets remain: 2% on the first $4,600 of taxable income, then 3.9%.
- •The Arkansas standard deduction is $2,470 for 2026; a small $29 personal credit also applies (not modeled).
- •No Arkansas city levies a local income tax.
Arkansas income tax brackets (2026)
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $4,600 | 2.0% |
| $4,600 and up | 3.9% |
Real take-home pay examples in Arkansas
Annual salary $65,000
$52,056 take-home / year
$4,338 per month · effective tax rate 19.9%
Annual salary $85,000
$65,496 take-home / year
$5,458 per month · effective tax rate 22.9%
Arkansas paycheck FAQ
How much is $65,000 after taxes in Arkansas?
For the 2026 tax year, a single filer earning $65,000 in Arkansas takes home about $52,056 per year, or $4,338 per month — an effective tax rate of 19.9%.
What taxes are deducted from a paycheck in Arkansas?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), and Arkansas state income tax.
What is the Arkansas state income tax rate for 2026?
Arkansas uses graduated brackets ranging from 2.00% to 3.90% in 2026. The top rate applies to taxable income above $4,600 for single filers.
Are bonuses taxed in Arkansas?
Yes. Bonuses are subject to federal supplemental withholding (typically 22%) plus Arkansas state withholding.
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Sources: IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 (2026 federal brackets and standard deduction); SSA 2026 fact sheet ($184,500 Social Security wage base); Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration; Tax Foundation, 2026 State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets (Feb 2026).
Calculator assumptions: The $29 personal tax credit is not modeled.