Arkansas Pay Frequency Laws
Arkansas pay frequency laws: how often employers must pay wages, payday deadlines, and final paycheck rules.
Arkansas employers must pay wages semi-monthly or more often.
| Frequency | Legal in Arkansas? |
|---|---|
| Weekly | Allowed |
| Biweekly | Allowed |
| Semi-monthly | Allowed |
| Monthly | Exceptions only |
Payday deadline
Semi-monthly or more often — Monthly only for certain executives ($25K+/yr).
Final pay after separation
Fired: Next payday. Quit: Next payday.
Industry exceptions
Monthly only for certain executives ($25K+/yr)
Statute
Source: Ark. Code 11-4-401. Last verified: 2026. Pay rules change — confirm with your state labor department.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often must employers pay employees in Arkansas?
Semi-monthly or more often. Paying more often than required is always allowed.
Can my employer pay me monthly in Arkansas?
Only for exempt employees or by written agreement in limited cases.
When is my final paycheck due in Arkansas?
If fired: Next payday. If you quit: Next payday.