Arkansas Vehicle Sales Tax & Registration by County (2026)
Arkansas charges 6.5% state sales tax on a vehicle, but your county and city add a local rate — so the combined total runs from about 8.5% to 11%. Registration fees ($17–$30 by weight) are flat statewide, and cars under $4,000 are tax-exempt.
Combined rates verified July 2026 from the Arkansas DFA city & county tax listing. Your exact rate depends on your address; the figures below are for each county seat.
| County (seat) | Combined sales tax | Tax on a $25,000 car |
|---|---|---|
| Pulaski (Little Rock) | 8.625% | $2,156 |
| Benton (Bentonville) | 9.5% | $2,375 |
| Washington (Fayetteville) | 9.75% | $2,438 |
| Sebastian (Fort Smith) | 9.5% | $2,375 |
| Faulkner (Conway) | 9.125% | $2,281 |
| Saline (Benton) | 9% | $2,250 |
| Craighead (Jonesboro) | 8.5% | $2,125 |
| Garland (Hot Springs) | 9.5% | $2,375 |
| White (Searcy) | 10.25% | $2,563 |
| Lonoke (Lonoke) | 11% | $2,750 |
| Pope (Russellville) | 9% | $2,250 |
| Jefferson (Pine Bluff) | 9.375% | $2,344 |
| Crittenden (West Memphis) | 10.5% | $2,625 |
| Baxter (Mountain Home) | 9.875% | $2,469 |
| Boone (Harrison) | 9.5% | $2,375 |
Frequently asked questions
How much is sales tax on a car in Arkansas?
6.5% state, plus a local (county + city) rate that varies by where you live — so the combined rate runs from about 8.5% in Jonesboro to 11% in the city of Lonoke. Vehicles priced under $4,000 are fully exempt from the sales tax.
Does Arkansas car tax vary by county?
Yes. The 6.5% state rate is the same everywhere, but each county and city adds its own local sales tax, applied to the purchase price when you first register. That local piece is the whole difference between counties.
How much is vehicle registration in Arkansas?
It's a flat statewide fee by weight: $17 for a car 3,000 lbs or less, $25 for 3,001–4,500 lbs, and $30 for 4,501 lbs and over — plus a $2.50 decal. The title fee is $10. These don't vary by county.
Are cheap cars exempt from Arkansas sales tax?
Yes — if the purchase price is under $4,000, no state or local sales tax is due at registration. Above $4,000, tax applies to the full price at your local combined rate.