Howard County, Arkansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Arkansas. Population: 3,680.
The median annual property tax in Howard County is $708, which is 0% higher than the Arkansas state average and 63% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $135,400. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$708
+0% vs State
-63% vs US
Median Home Value
$135,400
+3% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.52%
-2% vs State
-45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$896
$75/mo
Without Mortgage
$556
$46/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 | $708 +7.4% | 0.52% |
| 2022 | $659 +10.2% | 0.53% |
| 2021 | $598 +15.0% | 0.56% |
| 2020 | $520 -1.7% | 0.51% |
| 2019 | $529 | 0.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$44,492
per year
Monthly Tax
$59
per month
Other Counties in Arkansas
Mississippi County
Tax: $646/yr Rate: 0.56%
Baxter County
Tax: $765/yr Rate: 0.46%
Columbia County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.48%
Washington County
Tax: $1,465/yr Rate: 0.55%
Sevier County
Tax: $536/yr Rate: 0.48%
Sebastian County
Tax: $1,081/yr Rate: 0.65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Howard County, Arkansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Howard County is $708 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $135,400.
How does Howard County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Howard County are 63% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Howard County? ▼
In Howard County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $896 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $556. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Howard County? ▼
Property taxes in Howard County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $44,492. 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.