ARArkansas pay rules
Minimum wage $11.00. Overtime after 40 hours in a week. If you are fired, your last check is due by the next regular payday.
Arkansas minimum wage$11.00 now
Arkansas overtime lawsWeekly overtime after 40 hours
Arkansas final paycheck lawFired: next regular payday
Arkansas PTO payout lawDepends on written policy
| Rule | Arkansas | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage | $11.00 an hour since January 1, 2021. No change planned. Applies to employers with 4 or more employees. | read the rulechecked October 29, 2026 |
| Cash pay if you get tips | At least $2.63 an hour. Tips may make up the rest, up to $8.37. | read the rulechecked October 29, 2026 |
| Overtime | 1.5x after 40 hours in a work week. No daily overtime. | Ark. Code 11-4-211checked October 29, 2026 |
| Last check if fired | Next regular payday. Double wages if not paid within 7 days of that payday after a demand | Ark. Code 11-4-405checked October 29, 2026 |
| Last check if you quit | Next regular payday | Ark. Code 11-4-405checked October 29, 2026 |
| If the last check is late | Double the wages owed if not paid within 7 days of the next regular payday after you ask for it in writing. | Ark. Code 11-4-405checked October 29, 2026 |
| Unused vacation when you leave | Depends on your employer's written policy. The employer's written policy or contract governs payout of unused vacation. | read the rulechecked October 29, 2026 |
| Meal break | No state meal period requirement for adults. | read the rulechecked October 29, 2026 |
| Rest break | No state rest period requirement. | read the rulechecked October 29, 2026 |
These rules cover the whole state. Cities and industries with their own rules are noted in the table. Checked October 29, 2026. Next check: January 1, 2027.