Newton County, Arkansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Arkansas. Population: 2,208.
The median annual property tax in Newton County is $729, which is 3% higher than the Arkansas state average and 62% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $178,800. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$729
+3% vs State
-62% vs US
Median Home Value
$178,800
+35% vs State
-15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
-23% vs State
-57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$938
$78/mo
Without Mortgage
$579
$48/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 | $729 +13.0% | 0.41% |
| 2022 | $645 +12.6% | 0.40% |
| 2021 | $573 +6.3% | 0.39% |
| 2020 | $539 +3.1% | 0.42% |
| 2019 | $523 | 0.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,395
per year
Monthly Tax
$61
per month
Other Counties in Arkansas
Clay County
Tax: $459/yr Rate: 0.52%
Lee County
Tax: $409/yr Rate: 0.53%
Dallas County
Tax: $459/yr Rate: 0.47%
Drew County
Tax: $572/yr Rate: 0.45%
Arkansas County
Tax: $722/yr Rate: 0.56%
Johnson County
Tax: $706/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Newton County, Arkansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Newton County is $729 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $178,800.
How does Newton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Newton County are 62% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Newton County? ▼
In Newton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $938 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $579. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Newton County? ▼
Property taxes in Newton County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $47,395. 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.