Earn up to 3.00% APYb on your balance in a
North One Business Checking Accounty

—that’s nearly 42x the national averagez
North One APY
up to
3.00%
National
Average APY
0.07%
Put your cash to work

Free

Arkansas Sales Tax Calculator

Quickly determine Arkansas sales tax with our Sales Tax Calculator. Get precise tax amounts for goods and services across the Natural State.

Arkansas applies a state sales tax along with additional city and county taxes, which can result in a wide range of total rates depending on location. Whether you're making a personal purchase or managing transactions for your business, our Arkansas Sales Tax Calculator helps you determine the correct total every time.

It’s the easiest way to stay accurate and compliant—no manual math required.

Gain instant access to funds with a North One Account

  • Get immediate revenues from Stripe, PayPal, & morea
  • Unlimited domestic wire and ACH deposits
  • Deposit physical checks directly in the app
Get started

North One is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services for the deposit account provided by The Bancorp Bank, N.A., Member FDIC.

What is the Arkansas Sales Tax Rate? 

Arkansas has a statewide base sales tax rate of 6.5%, but cities and counties may impose additional local taxes. In some areas, the combined rate can exceed 11%, making Arkansas one of the states with the highest total sales tax rates. These local rates vary significantly, so it’s important to verify the correct rate based on where the sale occurs.

How to calculate Sales Tax in Arkansas

To calculate Arkansas sales tax, find the total sales tax rate for your location (state + city + county), then just follow these simple steps:

Multiply the Purchase Amount by the Sales Tax Rate to get the Sales Tax Amount

Add the Sales Tax Amount to the Purchase Amount to find the Total Cost

You can use these formulas or use our calculator for a faster answer.

Sales Tax = Purchase Amount × Sales Tax Rate
Total Cost = Purchase Amount + Sales Tax

What items are exempt from sales tax in Arkansas?

Arkansas offers several exemptions to help reduce the tax burden on essential items and qualifying organizations. Common exemptions include:

Prescription Drugs & Insulin

Fully exempt from state andlocal sales tax.

Unprepared Food

Subject to a reduced state rate of 0.125% plus any local taxes.

Agricultural Equipment & Supplies

Exempt if used in qualified farming operations.

Nonprofits Purchases

Qualifying nonprofits are exempt from tax on eligible purchases.

Not sure if your goods or services apply for a sales tax exemption? For complete exemption details, visit the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration website.

1California Tax and Fee Administration: California City & County Sales & Use Tax Rates (effective October 1, 2024)

2California Tax and Fee Administration: Laws, Regulations and Annotations

Arkansas Sales Tax Holidays

Arkansas holds an annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, offering temporary relief from sales tax on clothing, footwear, school supplies, and select electronics are exempt during the designated weekend in August. This is the only regularly scheduled tax holiday in Arkansas. Visit the Department of Finance and Administration2 for current dates and item eligibility.

Arkansas Sales Tax Rates by County

Sales tax rates in Arkansas include the 6.5% state rate plus local surcharges that vary by city and county. As a result, minimum combined tax rates can climb quite high in some areas. What you’ll pay in total depends on where you’re conducting business. Here's a sample of combined rates in major locations across the state:

County
Combined Effective Tax Rate
County
Combined Effective Tax Rate
Little Rock (Pulaski Co.)
8.625%
Jonesboro (Craighead Co.)
8.50%
Fayetteville (Washingtion Co.)
9.75%
Hot Springs (Garland Co.)
9.50%
Fort Smith (Sebastian Co.)
9.50%
Conway (Faulkner Co.)
8.75%

Arkansas Sales Tax Rates by County

Sales tax rates in Arkansas include the 6.5% state rate plus local surcharges that vary by city and county. As a result, minimum combined tax rates can climb quite high in some areas. What you’ll pay in total depends on where you’re conducting business. Here's a sample of combined rates in major locations across the state:

County
Combined Effective Tax Rate
Little Rock (Pulaski Co.)
8.625%
Fayetteville (Washington Co.)
9.75%
Fort Smith (Sebastian Co.)
9.50%
Jonesboro (Craighead Co.)
8.50%
Hot Springs (Garland Co.)
9.50%
Conway (Faulkner Co.)
8.75%

3California Tax and Fee Administration: California City & County Sales & Use Tax Rates (effective October 1, 2024)

Earn more & pay less with a 
North One bank account

  • Earn up to 3.00% APYb
  • No hidden feesc
  • Get instant deposits from Stripe, PayPal, & morea
Get started

North One is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services for the deposit account provided by The Bancorp Bank, N.A., Member FDIC.

FAQs

Is the sales tax rate the same across Arkansas?

No. The state rate is 6.5%, but most counties and cities add local taxes. Combined rates vary and can exceed 11% in some areas. Always check the total rate for your specific location.

Do online sellers have to collect sales tax in Arkansas?

Yes. Remote sellers and marketplace facilitators must collect Arkansas sales tax if they exceed $100,000 in annual sales or 200 transactions with Arkansas customers. These rules apply regardless of physical presence.

Are groceries taxed in Arkansas?

Yes, but at a reduced rate. Most grocery items are taxed at just 0.125% at the state level, though local taxes still apply. Prepared food and restaurant meals are taxed at the full combined rate, and certain items like mixed drinks are subject to even higher rates.

Where can I find more information on Arkansas sales tax?

Visit the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration1 website for detailed information on sales tax rates, exemptions, reporting, and filing requirements.

Sources

1 Department of Finance & Administration: Sales and Use Tax FAQs
2 Department of Finance & Administration: 2024 Sales Tax Holiday

Business Banking
Business Checking AccountBusiness Interest CheckingBusiness Debit CardBusiness Line of CreditBusiness Term LoansSmall Business Bank AccountOpen Business Checking Account OnlinePricing
Lending
Business Line of CreditBusiness Term Loan
Company
CareersSecurity
Business Banking
Business Checking AccountBusiness Interest CheckingBusiness Debit CardBusiness Line of CreditBusiness Term LoansSmall Business Bank AccountOpen Business Checking Account OnlinePricing
Connected Tools
Accounting & BookkeepingBill PaymentsIntegrations
Resources
BlogTools and CalculatorsPerksHelp Center
Connected Tools
Accounting & BookkeepingBill PaymentsIntegrations
Resources
BlogTools and CalculatorsPerksHelp Center
Company
CareersSecurityPartnerships
Address
401 Park Avenue South

10th Floor, Office 823

New York, NY, 10016
Security & Privacy
Terms of useNorth One Privacy PolicyDeposit Account AgreementElectronic Comms Agreement
Blog
Small Business
Business LoansFranchiseSmall BusinessStart a Business
Banking Ops
AccountingBusiness BankingFinancial ManagementNorth One
Industries
ConstructionContractingeCommerceElectrical
Lega
HVACPlumbingSalonTrucking
a Connect your North One Business Checking Account to instant transfer features from third party providers, where funds can typically be available in seconds. Please consult their respective terms and conditions for details on any third party fees or possible delays.

b The Annual Percentage Yield ("APY") for your Standard or Plus Plan is variable and may change at any time. 2.50% APY applies to Standard Accounts, and 3.00% APY applies to Plus Accounts on balances of $250,000 or less if eligibility requirements are met, including but not limited to a cumulative monthly card spend of at least $500.00, and if the account balance is greater than $0.00. For Accounts with balances over $250,000 the APY will range from 3.00% to 2.14% for Plus Plans and 2.50% to 1.78% for Standard Plans. The disclosed APY is effective as of December 18, 2024, please see your APY Program Terms & Conditions for details.

c Fees are charged for certain payment services, see the Fee Schedule in the Deposit Account Agreement for details.

y While North One does not issue personal checkbooks to write checks, North One gives you the freedom to send checks to anyone, anytime, from anywhere via your North One Account. See your Deposit Account Agreement for more details.

z The national average interest rate for interest checking as posted on https://www.fdic.gov/national-rates-and-rate-caps, as of January 21, 2025.
‍
© 2025 North One. All Rights Reserved.

All trademarks and brand names belong to their respective owners. Use of these trademarks and brand names do not represent endorsement by or association with this card program.

Apple® and the Apple logo® are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

Banking Services provided by The Bancorp Bank, N.A., Member FDIC. The North One Mastercard® Small Business Debit Card is issued by The Bancorp Bank, N.A., Member FDIC pursuant to license by Mastercard International Incorporated and may be used everywhere Debit Mastercard is accepted. Mastercard and the circles design are registered trademarks of Mastercard International Incorporated.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT PROCEDURES FOR OPENING A NEW ACCOUNT: To help the government fight the funding of terrorism and money laundering activities, federal law requires all financial institutions to obtain, verify, and record information that identifies each person who opens an Account. What this means for you: When you open an Account, we will ask for your name, address, date of birth, and other information that will allow us to identify you. We may also ask to see a copy of your driver’s license or other identifying documents.