Self-employment tax in Arkansas
Arkansas taxes self-employed income under a standard table that runs from 0% to 3.7% for 2026, with the top rate of 3.7% applying to net taxable income from $26,400 to $94,700, on top of federal self-employment and income tax.
What a Arkansas freelancer owes
- Federal self-employment tax of 15.3% (12.4% Social Security + 2.9% Medicare).
- Arkansas standard table for 2026: 0% to $5,599, 2% to $11,199, 3% to $15,999, 3.4% to $26,399 and 3.7% to $94,700.
- Arkansas also has an upper-income table at 2% to $4,700 and 3.7% above $4,700, with a transition bracket adjustment for net taxable income from $94,700 to $97,601.
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Estimated total tax
$13,567
Effective rate 26.1% on $52,000 net profit
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Estimates use 2026 US federal figures (IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32): self-employment tax of 15.3% (12.4% Social Security up to the $184,500 wage base + 2.9% Medicare) plus federal income tax on your net profit after the standard deduction. State and local taxes are only included if you set a state rate above. Simplified estimate for planning only — not tax advice.
Arkansas freelancer tax — FAQ
What is the top Arkansas income tax rate in 2026?
The top rate in the Arkansas standard table for 2026 is 3.7%, applying to net taxable income from $26,400 to $94,700.
Is Arkansas tax calculated on gross or net income?
Arkansas tax is calculated on net taxable income, not on gross receipts. Your federal self-employment tax and federal income tax are separate.
How do I estimate my Arkansas 1099 taxes?
Use the free MoneyFeed 1099 calculator for the federal estimate, then add Arkansas tax from the 2026 table, up to 3.7% of net taxable income.
Figures are 2026 headline guidance for freelancers and the self-employed, not tax advice. Check current IRS and state rules or a CPA for your situation.
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