Clay County, Arkansas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Arkansas. Population: 4,371.
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $459, which is 35% lower than the Arkansas state average and 76% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $88,100. Property taxes represent 0.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$459
-35% vs State
-76% vs US
Median Home Value
$88,100
-33% vs State
-58% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.52%
-2% vs State
-45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$498
$42/mo
Without Mortgage
$428
$36/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 | $459 -0.4% | 0.52% |
| 2022 | $461 +15.5% | 0.54% |
| 2021 | $399 -7.2% | 0.53% |
| 2020 | $430 -7.1% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $463 | 0.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,500
per year
Monthly Tax
$38
per month
Other Counties in Arkansas
Marion County
Tax: $813/yr Rate: 0.51%
Montgomery County
Tax: $522/yr Rate: 0.38%
Lafayette County
Tax: $422/yr Rate: 0.57%
Phillips County
Tax: $500/yr Rate: 0.66%
Madison County
Tax: $702/yr Rate: 0.44%
Benton County
Tax: $1,731/yr Rate: 0.61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clay County, Arkansas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $459 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $88,100.
How does Clay County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County are 76% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clay County? ▼
In Clay County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $498 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $428. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clay County? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $48,500. 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.