Baxter County, Arkansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Arkansas. Population: 14,459.
The median annual property tax in Baxter County is $765, which is 9% higher than the Arkansas state average and 60% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $165,400. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$765
+9% vs State
-60% vs US
Median Home Value
$165,400
+25% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.46%
-13% vs State
-52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$816
$68/mo
Without Mortgage
$713
$59/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $765 +6.0% | 0.46% |
| 2022 | $722 +0.7% | 0.46% |
| 2021 | $717 +4.5% | 0.52% |
| 2020 | $686 -2.0% | 0.51% |
| 2019 | $700 | 0.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,427
per year
Monthly Tax
$64
per month
Other Counties in Arkansas
Cleburne County
Tax: $814/yr Rate: 0.47%
Crawford County
Tax: $904/yr Rate: 0.53%
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,562/yr Rate: 0.78%
Mississippi County
Tax: $646/yr Rate: 0.56%
Miller County
Tax: $916/yr Rate: 0.62%
Hempstead County
Tax: $503/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Baxter County, Arkansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Baxter County is $765 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $165,400.
How does Baxter County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Baxter County are 60% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Baxter County? ▼
In Baxter County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $816 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $713. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Baxter County? ▼
Property taxes in Baxter County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $48,427. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.