Arkansas (AR) Tax Rates — 2026
Income Tax
3.9%
Sales Tax
9.46%
Property Tax
0.57%
Income Tax
Type: Graduated (marginal brackets)
| From | To | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $4,400 | 0% |
| $4,400 | $8,800 | 2% |
| $8,800 | $24,300 | 3% |
| $24,300 | and above | 3.9% |
Standard Deduction: Single: $2,340 | Married Filing Jointly: $4,680
Sales Tax
State Rate6.5%
Avg Local Rate2.96%
Combined Rate9.46%
Groceries: Taxed
+2.89% vs national avg
Property Tax
Effective Rate0.57%
Median Annual Tax$878
-0.50% vs national avg (1.07%)
Retirement Income Tax
Social SecurityNO
PensionsPARTIAL
401(k) / IRAYES
Estate & Inheritance Tax
Has Estate Tax: NO
Corporate Tax
Corporate Income Tax Rate: 4.3%
Additional Notes
Arkansas reduced its top income tax rate to 3.9% effective 2025. First $6,000 of retirement income (per person) is exempt.
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Sources: Arkansas Department of Revenue; Tax Foundation, Facts & Figures 2025; IRS Publication 17.