Arkansas capital gains tax, 2026

Arkansas taxes capital gains under its own rule: 50% of a net long-term capital gain is excluded, and the part above $10 million is exempt. On a $100,000 long-term gain, a single filer with $80,000 of other income pays $1,950 of Arkansas tax, on top of $15,000 federal.

Questions

Does Arkansas tax capital gains?

Yes, under its own rule: 50% of a net long-term capital gain is excluded, and the part above $10 million is exempt.

Does the rule apply to short-term gains?

No. Gains on assets held a year or less are taxed like other income.

State brackets for 2026 from the Tax Foundation; federal rates from IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32. See every state. Estimates, not tax advice.

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