Arkansas Minimum Wage 2026 & 2027
The Arkansas minimum wage is $11.00 an hour as of 2026-10-25. Full time, that is about $22,880 a year.
Arkansas minimum wage rates
| Hourly rate | |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | $11.00 |
| January 1, 2027 | $11.00 (no change) |
| Tipped workers (cash wage) | $2.63 |
| Federal minimum | $7.25 |
Earnings at $11.00 an hour
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Per week (40 hours) | $440 |
| Per month | $1,907 |
| Per year (2,080 hours) | $22,880 |
| Take-home per month after federal tax & FICA | $1,704 |
Details
- Applies to employers with 4+ employees. Not indexed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Arkansas in 2026?
$11.00 an hour as of 2026-10-25.
Will the Arkansas minimum wage go up in 2027?
No increase is scheduled for January 1, 2027.
What is the tipped minimum wage in Arkansas?
$2.63 an hour in cash wages; tips must make up the difference to the full minimum wage.
How much is $11 an hour per year?
$22,880 a year at 40 hours a week, or about $1,907 a month before taxes.