Bankruptcy in Arkansas

Arkansas ( AR)

Average: $2,000

Last Updated: Mar 2026

Low Estimate

$800

Simple / Uncontested Cases

Average Cost

                        $2,000                    
Typical
                        Bankruptcy Case
                    

High Estimate

$4,500

Complex / Contested Cases

Cost Component	Low	Average	High
Attorney Hourly Rate	$175/hr	$269/hr	$425/hr
Total Cost Estimate	$800	$2,000	$4,500
Court Filing Fee	$338

What to Know About Bankruptcy Costs in Arkansas

Arkansas has two bankruptcy districts. Chapter 7 fees $800-$1,500, Chapter 13 $2,000-$4,500. Arkansas allows choice between state and federal exemptions. State homestead exemption covers 80 acres rural or 1/4 acre urban with no value cap. State exemptions also include unlimited head-of-household personal property.

Sources: United States Courts (uscourts.gov) - Ch.7: $338, Ch.13: $313