Arkansas Sales Tax Calculator
Add or remove Arkansas sales tax from a price, using the state rate plus the average local rate.
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About the Arkansas Sales Tax Calculator
This Arkansas sales tax calculator adds sales tax to a price or removes it from a total. It starts with the average combined Arkansas rate of 9.48% (state rate 6.50% plus average local rate). Change the rate to match your city or county.
How to use it
- Enter a price or a total.
- Keep the average combined rate or type your local rate.
- Choose add or remove sales tax and press Calculate sales tax.
Arkansas sales tax rate in 2026
The Arkansas state sales tax rate is 6.50%. Local governments add an average of 2.98%, for an average combined rate of 9.48%. Your exact rate depends on your city and county, so check the Arkansas department of revenue for your address.
Source: Tax Foundation, 2026 state and local sales tax rates (as of July 1, 2026).
Arkansas sales tax examples at 9.48%
| Price | Sales tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.95 | $10.95 |
| $25 | $2.37 | $27.37 |
| $50 | $4.74 | $54.74 |
| $100 | $9.48 | $109.48 |
| $250 | $23.70 | $273.70 |
| $500 | $47.40 | $547.40 |
| $1,000 | $94.80 | $1,094.80 |
How to calculate sales tax
Sales tax = price × rate. To remove tax from a total, divide the total by (1 + rate). For example, $108 at 8% includes $8 of tax on a $100 price.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax in Arkansas?
The Arkansas state rate is 6.50%. With average local taxes the combined rate is about 9.48%. Your actual rate depends on your location.
Does Arkansas have local sales tax?
Yes, local governments can add taxes. The average local rate is about 2.98%.
How do I calculate sales tax in Arkansas?
Multiply the price by the sales tax rate, then add it to the price. The calculator above does it for you.
What is $100 with sales tax in Arkansas?
At the average combined rate of 9.48%, $100 costs $109.48.
Where can I find my exact Arkansas rate?
Use the Arkansas department of revenue rate lookup tool for your address.
Last reviewed: November 2026. Rates are averages. Confirm your local rate with the state department of revenue.