Arkansas Payroll Tax Calculator 2026
Calculate Arkansas state income tax, federal withholding, Social Security, Medicare, and net take-home pay.
2026 Arkansas tax rates · FICA · Arkansas AR4EC
State Income Tax
Up to 4.9% (progressive)
Social Security
6.2%
Medicare
1.45%
State Form
Arkansas AR4EC
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Enter your salary or hourly rate and get a full breakdown: Arkansas state tax, federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and exact net pay.
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Arkansas Tax Guide
Arkansas Payroll Tax Overview 2026
Arkansas uses a progressive income tax with a top rate of 4.9%. Higher earners pay a larger percentage of their income — different brackets apply to different income ranges.
Arkansas cut its top income tax rate to 4.9% in 2023, down from 5.9%. It uses a graduated bracket system for lower incomes.
Arkansas has one of the most aggressive income tax reduction paths in the South, targeting a 4.4% top rate by 2026.
Arkansas Payroll Tax Summary
State Income TaxUp to 4.9% (progressive)
Tax TypeProgressive (brackets)
Social Security6.2% on first $176,100
Medicare1.45% (+ 0.9% over $200K)
FUTA (employer)0.6% on first $7,000
Employee FormArkansas AR4EC
FAQ
Arkansas payroll tax questions
What is the top Arkansas income tax rate for 2026?
Arkansas's top income tax rate is 4.9% for 2026. This is a marginal rate — it only applies to income above the top bracket threshold. Lower income falls into lower brackets. Use the calculator above to see your effective rate.
What taxes do Arkansas employees pay on their paycheck?
Arkansas employees pay: (1) Federal income tax (based on W-4 withholding); (2) Social Security tax (6.2% on wages up to $176,100); (3) Medicare tax (1.45%, plus 0.9% on income over $200,000); (4) Arkansas state income tax (Up to 4.9% (progressive)); The employer matches the Social Security and Medicare portions.
What payroll withholding form do Arkansas employees use?
Arkansas employees complete Arkansas AR4EC for state withholding in addition to the federal W-4. Employers use both forms to calculate the correct combined withholding amount.
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