Scott County, Arkansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Arkansas. Population: 2,902.
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $456, which is 35% lower than the Arkansas state average and 76% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $110,900. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$456
-35% vs State
-76% vs US
Median Home Value
$110,900
-16% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
-23% vs State
-57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$598
$50/mo
Without Mortgage
$386
$32/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 | $456 -3.4% | 0.41% |
| 2022 | $472 +8.5% | 0.48% |
| 2021 | $435 +11.8% | 0.53% |
| 2020 | $389 +0.5% | 0.47% |
| 2019 | $387 | 0.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$45,955
per year
Monthly Tax
$38
per month
Other Counties in Arkansas
Jefferson County
Tax: $667/yr Rate: 0.63%
Monroe County
Tax: $405/yr Rate: 0.49%
Bradley County
Tax: $544/yr Rate: 0.56%
Baxter County
Tax: $765/yr Rate: 0.46%
Pike County
Tax: $645/yr Rate: 0.56%
Newton County
Tax: $729/yr Rate: 0.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Scott County, Arkansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $456 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $110,900.
How does Scott County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County are 76% 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 Scott County? ▼
In Scott County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $598 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $386. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Scott County? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $45,955. 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.