What is the property tax rate in Fort Smith, AR?

Fort Smith has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.67%. On a median home valued at $168,100, homeowners pay approximately $1,118 per year in property taxes.

How does Fort Smith compare to Sebastian County?

Fort Smith's effective rate of 0.67% is 8% higher than the Sebastian County average of 0.62%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,101, while Fort Smith homeowners pay an estimated $1,118.

How much are property taxes in Fort Smith on a $300,000 home?

Based on Fort Smith's effective rate of 0.67%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,010 per year, or about $168 per month.

Fort Smith Property Tax Rate

Sebastian County, Arkansas

0.67%effective rate

Fort Smith is located in Sebastian County, Arkansas. Homeowners in Fort Smith pay a median of $1,118 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $168,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.67%. This is 8% higher than the Sebastian County average of 0.62%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.67%

vs 0.62% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,118

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$168,100

2024 estimate

Population📍

89,496

Fort Smith, AR

How Fort Smith Compares

Fort Smith

0.67%

Sebastian County Average

0.62%

Arkansas Average

0.55%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Fort Smith

Property taxes in Fort Smith are collected by Sebastian County. Tax exemptions available to Sebastian County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Fort Smith. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Sebastian County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,010

$168/month · Rate: 0.67%

Sebastian County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.