Jackson County, Arkansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Arkansas. Population: 3,978.
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $492, which is 30% lower than the Arkansas state average and 74% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $87,300. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$492
-30% vs State
-74% vs US
Median Home Value
$87,300
-34% vs State
-59% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
+6% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$560
$47/mo
Without Mortgage
$427
$36/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 | $492 +4.7% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $470 +16.9% | 0.55% |
| 2021 | $402 +4.1% | 0.53% |
| 2020 | $386 +3.2% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $374 | 0.56% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$41,215
per year
Monthly Tax
$41
per month
Other Counties in Arkansas
Miller County
Tax: $916/yr Rate: 0.62%
Prairie County
Tax: $539/yr Rate: 0.62%
Saline County
Tax: $1,335/yr Rate: 0.63%
Johnson County
Tax: $706/yr Rate: 0.57%
Grant County
Tax: $840/yr Rate: 0.54%
Van Buren County
Tax: $562/yr Rate: 0.46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson County, Arkansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $492 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $87,300.
How does Jackson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County are 74% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
In Jackson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $560 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $427. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $41,215. 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.