What is the property tax rate in Arkansas?

Arkansas has an effective property tax rate of 0.57%, ranking it #39 out of 50 states. The median homeowner pays $1,003 per year.

How are property taxes calculated in Arkansas?

Property taxes in Arkansas are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of your property by the local tax rate (millage rate). The effective rate shown here (0.57%) represents the median taxes paid as a percentage of median home value across the state.

Which county in Arkansas has the lowest property taxes?

Among Arkansas's 75 counties, Yell County has one of the lowest effective property tax rates.

Does Arkansas have a homestead exemption?

Yes, Arkansas offers several property tax exemptions including: General Homestead, Disabled Veteran, Over 65/Disabled. See the exemptions section above for details.

Arkansas Property Tax Rate

2023 Data · 75 Counties

0.57%effective rate

Arkansas has an effective property tax rate of 0.57%, ranking it #39 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Arkansas pays $1,003 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $175,300. This rate is 40% lower than the national average of 0.95%.

Effective Tax Rate📊

0.57%

#39 of 50 states

Median Tax Paid🏠

$1,003

Per year

Median Home Value💰

$175,300

2023 estimate

Total Counties📍

Population: 3,032,651

Property Tax Rates by County in Arkansas

Rank ▲	County	Effective Rate	Median Tax	Median Value
#1	Pulaski County	0.78%	$1,562	$199,600
#2	Phillips County	0.66%	$500	$76,200
#3	Sebastian County	0.65%	$1,081	$166,000
#4	Lonoke County	0.64%	$1,178	$184,100
#5	Jefferson County	0.63%	$667	$106,000
#6	Saline County	0.63%	$1,335	$211,700
#7	Miller County	0.62%	$916	$148,200
#8	Prairie County	0.62%	$539	$87,500
#9	Ashley County	0.61%	$542	$88,800
#10	Benton County	0.61%	$1,731	$285,100
#11	Crittenden County	0.60%	$934	$155,100
#12	Cleveland County	0.58%	$716	$123,400
#13	Desha County	0.58%	$517	$89,100
#14	Izard County	0.58%	$714	$122,100
#15	Sharp County	0.58%	$548	$94,600
#16	Union County	0.58%	$661	$114,700
#17	Woodruff County	0.58%	$558	$96,800
#18	Clark County	0.57%	$839	$147,100
#19	Faulkner County	0.57%	$1,201	$211,300
#20	Johnson County	0.57%	$706	$124,800

How Arkansas Compares

Arkansas

0.57%

National Average

0.95%

Neighboring States

Calculate Your Property Tax in Arkansas

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State

County

Home Value

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,710

$142/month · Rate: 0.57%

Home Value

$300,000

Taxable Value

$300,000

Effective Rate

0.57%

Arkansas Property Tax Exemptions

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General Homestead

Up to $375 credit on property taxes

Primary residence owners

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Disabled Veteran

100% exemption on homestead for 100% disabled veterans

Veterans with 100% permanent and total service-connected disability

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Over 65/Disabled

Assessed value frozen at current level (no increases)

Homeowners age 65+ or disabled

Nearby States

Louisiana

0.55%

Missouri

0.88%

Mississippi

0.74%

Oklahoma

0.82%

Tennessee

0.55%

Texas

1.58%

Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value.