How 2023 Sales Tax are calculated in Arkansas

The state general sales tax rate of Arkansas is 6.5%. In addition to the state-level sales tax, cities and municipalities in Arkansas have the authority to levy their own sales tax rates. These local rates can add up to 3.5%, resulting in a combined maximum sales tax rate of 12.625% in certain regions.

Every 2023 combined rates mentioned above are the results of Arkansas state rate (6.5%), the county rate (0% to 3.25%), the Arkansas cities rate (0% to 3.5%). There is no special rate for Arkansas.

Variations by Purchase Type

Arkansas's sales tax rate may vary depending on the type of purchase. Examples of taxable categories may include:

• Consumer use tax
• Rental tax
• Sales tax
• Sellers use tax
• Lodgings tax

Arkansas state rate(s) for 2023

Lowest possible rate: 6.5% (e.g., Collins, Arkansas)
Other common rates: 7% .7.5%, 7.625%, 7.75%, 7.875%, 8%, 8.125%, 8.25%, 8.5%, 8.625%, 8.75%, 8.875%, 9%, 9.125%, 9.25%, 9.375%, 9.5%, 9.625%, 9.75%, 9.875%, 10%, 10.125%, 10.25%, 10.375%, 10.5%, 10.625%, 10.75%, 10.875%, 11%, 11.25%, 11.375%, 11.5%,
Highest possible rate: 12.625% (Gillham, Arkansas)
Average combined rate across Arkansas: 8.989%

Other 2023 sales tax Facts for Arkansas