Van Buren County, Arkansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Arkansas. Population: 5,551.
The median annual property tax in Van Buren County is $562, which is 20% lower than the Arkansas state average and 71% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $122,300. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$562
-20% vs State
-71% vs US
Median Home Value
$122,300
-7% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.46%
-13% vs State
-52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$636
$53/mo
Without Mortgage
$527
$44/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 | $562 -9.5% | 0.46% |
| 2022 | $621 +17.4% | 0.53% |
| 2021 | $529 +6.7% | 0.50% |
| 2020 | $496 -7.3% | 0.47% |
| 2019 | $535 | 0.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,266
per year
Monthly Tax
$47
per month
Other Counties in Arkansas
Monroe County
Tax: $405/yr Rate: 0.49%
Madison County
Tax: $702/yr Rate: 0.44%
Izard County
Tax: $714/yr Rate: 0.58%
Ouachita County
Tax: $500/yr Rate: 0.50%
Lee County
Tax: $409/yr Rate: 0.53%
Crittenden County
Tax: $934/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Van Buren County, Arkansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Van Buren County is $562 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $122,300.
How does Van Buren County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Van Buren County are 71% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Van Buren County? ▼
In Van Buren County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $636 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $527. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Van Buren County? ▼
Property taxes in Van Buren County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $47,266. 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.