Accountant Salary in Arkansas
Take-home pay breakdown using 2025 tax rates — single filer, standard deduction
Full Tax Breakdown — Arkansas
Based on national median Accountant salary of $79,880, single filer, 2025 tax year
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Arkansas vs. National Average
Simplified two-bracket structure for taxpayers above $89,600; lower-income table differs slightly.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Accountant in Arkansas
How much does a Accountant take home in Arkansas?
On a national median salary of $79,880, a Accountant in Arkansas takes home approximately $61,646/year ($5,137/month) after federal income tax, Arkansas state income tax, and FICA taxes. This represents an effective total tax rate of 22.8%.
What is the Arkansas state income tax rate for a Accountant?
On a $79,880 salary, the effective Arkansas state income tax rate is 3.7%, resulting in $2,936 in state taxes annually. Arkansas's marginal rate for this income level is higher, but credits and deductions reduce the effective rate.
How does Arkansas compare to other states for Accountants?
State tax burden is a key factor in take-home pay comparison. Arkansas's 3.7% effective state tax rate places it in the middle range nationally. To compare all states, use the "Salary by State" table above.
What other taxes does a Accountant pay in Arkansas?
In addition to federal and state income taxes, workers pay FICA taxes: Social Security (6.2% on wages up to the $168,600 wage base in 2025) and Medicare (1.45%, plus 0.9% surcharge on earnings over $200,000). Local income taxes may also apply in some Arkansas cities. Arkansas's property tax rate is 0.6%, and the state sales tax rate is 6.5%.
Calculations use 2025 federal and state tax rates. Single filer, standard deduction. Does not include local taxes, pre-tax retirement contributions, or employer benefits. Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) OEWS. Last updated: March 2025. For personalized calculations, use the Paycheck Calculator.