Craighead County, Arkansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Arkansas. Population: 25,668.
The median annual property tax in Craighead County is $1,084, which is 54% higher than the Arkansas state average and 44% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $198,700. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,084
+54% vs State
-44% vs US
Median Home Value
$198,700
+51% vs State
-6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.55%
+4% vs State
-42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,223
$102/mo
Without Mortgage
$874
$73/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 | $1,084 +4.8% | 0.55% |
| 2022 | $1,034 +12.0% | 0.57% |
| 2021 | $923 +6.0% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $871 +2.2% | 0.58% |
| 2019 | $852 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,615
per year
Monthly Tax
$90
per month
Other Counties in Arkansas
Cross County
Tax: $574/yr Rate: 0.55%
Drew County
Tax: $572/yr Rate: 0.45%
Scott County
Tax: $456/yr Rate: 0.41%
Jackson County
Tax: $492/yr Rate: 0.56%
Crittenden County
Tax: $934/yr Rate: 0.60%
Cleburne County
Tax: $814/yr Rate: 0.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Craighead County, Arkansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Craighead County is $1,084 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $198,700.
How does Craighead County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Craighead County are 44% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Craighead County? ▼
In Craighead County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,223 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $874. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Craighead County? ▼
Property taxes in Craighead County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $57,615. 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.