2026 rates for 75 counties
The median effective property tax rate in Arkansas is 0.81% of a home's value, so a $300,000 home pays about $2,438 a year — below the national median of 1.07%. Most homeowners pay between 0.67% and 0.90%, from 0.48% in Montgomery County to 1.00% in Dallas County. Use the calculator below or browse by county to find your exact rate.
Arkansas caps annual property tax increases and offers a homestead property tax credit of up to $375 for all owner-occupied homes, with no age or income requirement. Most homeowners pay under $1,000 a year, and the combination of low rates and low home values keeps the overall burden light.
Calculate your estimated property tax in Arkansas
Annual Property Tax
$1,219
Monthly Property Tax
$102
* This is an estimate based on the median tax rate. Actual taxes may vary based on local assessments and exemptions.
Property tax rates in Arkansas
0.674%
25% of properties pay this rate or less
0.813%
50% of properties pay this rate or less
0.901%
25% of properties pay more than this rate
These percentiles show the range of property tax rates. 25% of properties pay less than the low rate, 50% pay less than the median, and 75% pay less than the high rate.
The difference between the 25th and 75th percentiles is 0.227%, indicating the variation in property tax rates within this area. Use the median (50th percentile) for the most typical estimate.
State averages sourced from Tax Foundation 2024 data. National median: 1.07%.
Based on the median rate of 0.813%. Actual taxes depend on assessed value and local exemptions.
| Home Value | Annual Tax | Monthly Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $1,219 | $102/mo |
| $250,000 | $2,031 | $169/mo |
| $350,000 | $2,844 | $237/mo |
| $500,000 | $4,063 | $339/mo |
| $750,000 | $6,094 | $508/mo |
| $1,000,000 | $8,125 | $677/mo |
The median effective property tax rate in Arkansas is 0.81% of a home's value. On a $300,000 home that is about $2,438 a year, or $203 a month if it is paid through mortgage escrow. Your actual bill depends on your county and city rates and on any exemptions, such as a homestead exemption, that lower your taxable value.
Payment Schedule
Annual
Due Date(s)
October 15
Always verify exact deadlines with your local county assessor or tax collector, as dates can vary by municipality.
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