Arkansas · Checked October 25, 2026
Arkansas minimum wage, overtime and final paycheck rules
The Arkansas minimum wage is $11.00 an hour. Next: no increase scheduled.
Minimum wage
Arkansas: $11.00 an hour. Employers with 4 or more employees.
No change is scheduled as of October 25, 2026.
Tipped employees
Lowest cash wage before tips: $2.63. Tips plus the cash wage must reach at least the full minimum wage each workweek, or the employer makes up the difference.
Overtime
Time and a half after 40 hours in a workweek, the federal rule. Arkansas does not add a daily overtime rule.
Final paycheck
| Fired or laid off | Next regular payday |
|---|---|
| Quits | Next regular payday |
Take-home pay in Arkansas
See what a paycheck looks like after federal and Arkansas taxes with the Arkansas paycheck calculator.
Sources
- U.S. Department of Labor, Consolidated State Minimum Wage Table (July 1, 2026)
- U.S. Department of Labor, Minimum Wages for Tipped Employees (July 1, 2026)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Arkansas?
$11.00 an hour as of October 25, 2026. Employers with 4 or more employees.
Is the Arkansas minimum wage going up in 2027?
No increase is scheduled as of October 25, 2026.
When is a final paycheck due in Arkansas?
If fired or laid off: next regular payday. If the employee quits: next regular payday.
These are summaries of state law for general information, not legal advice. Cities and counties can set higher minimums, and special rules cover minors, trainees, farm work and some industries. Check with the state labor department before you make a pay decision.