Ouachita County, Arkansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Arkansas. Population: 6,117.
The median annual property tax in Ouachita County is $500, 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 $99,600. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$500
-29% vs State
-74% vs US
Median Home Value
$99,600
-25% vs State
-53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-6% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$568
$47/mo
Without Mortgage
$417
$35/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 | $500 -0.2% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $501 +6.1% | 0.52% |
| 2021 | $472 -1.0% | 0.60% |
| 2020 | $477 +6.5% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $448 | 0.59% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,838
per year
Monthly Tax
$42
per month
Other Counties in Arkansas
St. Francis County
Tax: $474/yr Rate: 0.54%
Little River County
Tax: $549/yr Rate: 0.48%
Izard County
Tax: $714/yr Rate: 0.58%
Sebastian County
Tax: $1,081/yr Rate: 0.65%
Faulkner County
Tax: $1,201/yr Rate: 0.57%
Randolph County
Tax: $519/yr Rate: 0.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ouachita County, Arkansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ouachita County is $500 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $99,600.
How does Ouachita County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ouachita 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 Ouachita County? ▼
In Ouachita County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $568 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $417. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ouachita County? ▼
Property taxes in Ouachita County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $49,838. 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.