Arkansas Gas Tax Calculator
The Arkansas state gas tax is about 24.8¢/gallon. Calculate your total gas tax (state + federal) below.
What is the gas tax in Arkansas?
The Arkansas state gas tax is approximately 24.8 cents per gallon, which is below the rough national average of around 32 cents per gallon. The federal gas tax still adds a flat 18.4 cents per gallon on top, but overall drivers in Arkansas pay less gas tax than the typical US driver.
How much gas tax will I pay in Arkansas?
Use the calculator above to enter how many gallons you're purchasing and see the exact breakdown of Arkansas state tax, federal tax, and total tax on that fill-up.
This is an approximate combined state gas tax rate for estimation purposes — actual rates change periodically and may include additional local taxes not reflected here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the gas tax rate in Arkansas?
The Arkansas state gas tax is approximately 24.8 cents per gallon. Combined with the federal gas tax of 18.4 cents per gallon, use the calculator above to see the total tax on your fill-up.
Is Arkansas's gas tax above or below the national average?
Arkansas's gas tax of about 24.8 cents per gallon is below the rough national average of around 32 cents per gallon, putting Arkansas among the lower gas-tax states.
How much federal gas tax do I pay in Arkansas?
The federal gas tax is a flat 18.4 cents per gallon in every state, including Arkansas. This is added on top of Arkansas's own state gas tax of about 24.8 cents per gallon.
How much tax will I pay on 15 gallons of gas in Arkansas?
On 15 gallons in Arkansas, you'd pay roughly $3.72 in state gas tax and $2.76 in federal gas tax, for a total of about $6.48. Adjust the gallons in the calculator above for your own fill-up.
Why do gas prices vary within Arkansas?
Beyond the state gas tax, local factors like distribution costs, competition among stations, and proximity to refineries or terminals can cause gas prices to vary from city to city within Arkansas, even though the state and federal tax rate stays the same everywhere.
Does Arkansas's gas tax change often?
It depends on state law — some states adjust their gas tax rate periodically based on inflation or fuel price formulas, while others require new legislation to change the rate. Check Arkansas's department of transportation or revenue for the latest updates.
What is gas tax revenue used for in Arkansas?
Gas tax revenue in Arkansas, like most states, primarily funds road and bridge construction and maintenance, with some states also directing a portion toward public transit projects.