Hempstead County, Arkansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Arkansas. Population: 5,190.
The median annual property tax in Hempstead County is $503, which is 29% lower than the Arkansas state average and 74% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $100,200. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$503
-29% vs State
-74% vs US
Median Home Value
$100,200
-24% vs State
-53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-6% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$582
$49/mo
Without Mortgage
$454
$38/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 | $503 -3.5% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $521 +11.6% | 0.50% |
| 2021 | $467 +17.9% | 0.50% |
| 2020 | $396 -0.8% | 0.45% |
| 2019 | $399 | 0.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,654
per year
Monthly Tax
$42
per month
Other Counties in Arkansas
Fulton County
Tax: $494/yr Rate: 0.46%
Johnson County
Tax: $706/yr Rate: 0.57%
Cleburne County
Tax: $814/yr Rate: 0.47%
Crittenden County
Tax: $934/yr Rate: 0.60%
Prairie County
Tax: $539/yr Rate: 0.62%
Monroe County
Tax: $405/yr Rate: 0.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hempstead County, Arkansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hempstead County is $503 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $100,200.
How does Hempstead County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hempstead County are 74% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hempstead County? ▼
In Hempstead County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $582 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $454. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hempstead County? ▼
Property taxes in Hempstead County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $47,654. 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.