Arkansas diesel tax rate is 28.5¢ per gallon for 2026. Calculate your quarterly IFTA fuel tax liability for Arkansas routes and compare to neighboring states.
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Arkansas IFTA Rates & Trucking Overview 2026
Arkansas at 28.5¢/gal is slightly below the national average. Its strategic location at the intersection of I-40 and I-30 makes Little Rock one of the mid-South's most important trucking crossroads. The state sees heavy east-west freight on I-40 and is a key corridor for produce moving north from Texas and Mexico.
Fayetteville/Bentonville is home to Walmart's global headquarters and supplier base, generating massive inbound freight volume from distribution centers across the region. The Port of Little Rock on the Arkansas River handles barge traffic that complements highway freight. Memphis (just across the state line) is the #1 FedEx hub in the world and influences freight patterns across the entire region.
Arkansas IFTA — Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arkansas's IFTA diesel tax rate in 2026?
Arkansas's diesel rate is 28.5¢/gal for 2026. Neighboring Oklahoma and Missouri at 19.0¢ each offer significant savings — 9.5¢/gal less. If your route allows, fuel in those states before entering Arkansas.
Who administers IFTA for Arkansas-based carriers?
Arkansas IFTA is handled by the Department of Finance and Administration (DFA). File online at Arkansas Taxpayer Access Point (ATAP). Quarterly due dates follow the standard IFTA schedule.
Is Arkansas a good state to fuel in?
Arkansas is an average-rate state. At 28.5¢/gal it's cheaper than Illinois (46.7¢) and Indiana (53.0¢) to the northeast, but more expensive than neighboring Oklahoma and Missouri (both 19.0¢) and Texas (20.0¢). Route planning matters.
What freight industries drive Arkansas trucking?
Retail (Walmart supplier base in NW Arkansas), agriculture (poultry, soybeans, rice), and manufacturing (steel, paper, chemicals) are the dominant freight commodities. The I-49 corridor from Fort Smith to Fayetteville is one of the fastest-growing freight corridors in the South.
Fueling tip: Oklahoma at 19.0¢ and Missouri at 19.0¢ are both much cheaper. If running I-40 westbound, fuel in Oklahoma before entering Arkansas. On I-55 northbound, Missouri offers significant savings.