Arkansas Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate Arkansas sales tax instantly. State rate: 6.5%. Combined with local taxes up to 11.63%. Free calculator.
How This Calculator Works
Calculation methodology and assumptions
Arkansas's state sales tax rate is 6.5%. Local jurisdictions (cities and counties) may add up to 5.125%, bringing the maximum combined rate to 11.63%. Some items like groceries and prescription drugs may be exempt or taxed at lower rates depending on the jurisdiction.
Key State Information
Arkansas state sales tax: 6.5%. Maximum local add-on: 5.125%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Arkansas?
Arkansas's state sales tax rate is 6.5%. Adding local taxes, the combined rate can reach up to 11.63% depending on your city and county.
Does Arkansas tax groceries?
Arkansas generally exempts most unprepared food items from sales tax, though prepared foods/restaurant meals are taxable.
Are there sales tax holidays in Arkansas?
Arkansas does not currently offer sales tax holidays.