Benton County, Arkansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Arkansas. Population: 72,356.
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $1,731, which is 146% higher than the Arkansas state average and 10% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $285,100. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,731
+146% vs State
-10% vs US
Median Home Value
$285,100
+116% vs State
+35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
+15% vs State
-36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,838
$153/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,477
$123/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 | $1,731 +8.1% | 0.61% |
| 2022 | $1,602 +11.1% | 0.63% |
| 2021 | $1,442 +4.2% | 0.68% |
| 2020 | $1,384 +2.4% | 0.72% |
| 2019 | $1,352 | 0.74% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$89,879
per year
Monthly Tax
$144
per month
Other Counties in Arkansas
Ashley County
Tax: $542/yr Rate: 0.61%
Jackson County
Tax: $492/yr Rate: 0.56%
Jefferson County
Tax: $667/yr Rate: 0.63%
Clay County
Tax: $459/yr Rate: 0.52%
Columbia County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.48%
Sevier County
Tax: $536/yr Rate: 0.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Benton County, Arkansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $1,731 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $285,100.
How does Benton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County are 10% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.61% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Benton County? ▼
In Benton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,838 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,477. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Benton County? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $89,879. 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.