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Project Manager Salary in Arkansas

Take-home pay breakdown using 2025 tax rates โ€” single filer, standard deduction

$98,580
Gross Salary
national median
$74,073
Annual Take-Home
75.1% of gross
$6,173
Monthly Take-Home
after all taxes
$2,849
Bi-Weekly Paycheck
after all taxes

Full Tax Breakdown โ€” Arkansas

Based on national median Project Manager salary of $98,580, single filer, 2025 tax year

Gross Annual Salary
$98,580
Deductions
Federal Income Tax
Effective rate: 13.5%
-$13,301
Arkansas State Income Tax
Effective rate: 3.7%
-$3,665
Social Security Tax
6.2% up to wage base
-$6,112
Medicare Tax
1.45%
-$1,429
Total Taxes
24.9% effective rate
-$24,507
Net Take-Home Pay (Annual)
$74,073
Net Take-Home Pay (Monthly)
$6,173
Net Take-Home Pay (Bi-Weekly)
$2,849

Where Your Money Goes

Take-Home Pay$74,073 (75.1%)
Federal Income Tax$13,301 (13.5%)
Arkansas State Tax$3,665 (3.7%)
FICA (SS + Medicare)$7,541 (7.6%)

Arkansas vs. National Average

National Median Salary
$98,580
Used for calculations on this page
State Income Tax
$3,665/yr
Effective rate: 3.7%
Property Tax Rate
0.6%
Effective rate on home value
State Sales Tax
6.5%
State rate (local rates may vary)

Simplified two-bracket structure for taxpayers above $89,600; lower-income table differs slightly.

Frequently Asked Questions โ€” Project Manager in Arkansas

How much does a Project Manager take home in Arkansas?

On a national median salary of $98,580, a Project Manager in Arkansas takes home approximately $74,073/year ($6,173/month) after federal income tax, Arkansas state income tax, and FICA taxes. This represents an effective total tax rate of 24.9%.

What is the Arkansas state income tax rate for a Project Manager?

On a $98,580 salary, the effective Arkansas state income tax rate is 3.7%, resulting in $3,665 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 Project Managers?

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 Project Manager 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.