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Hempstead County

Hempstead County, Arkansas

Effective Tax Rate

0.50%

Median Annual Tax

$503

How Hempstead County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Hempstead County$503
Arkansas State Average$705
National Average$1,924

Hempstead County

0.50%

Effective rate

Arkansas Avg

0.53%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$582

per year

Without Mortgage

$454

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$503

Monthly Escrow

$42

Effective Rate

0.50%

vs. Arkansas State Average▼ 28.7% below
vs. National Average▼ 81.3% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Hempstead County, Arkansas?
The effective property tax rate in Hempstead County, Arkansas is 0.50%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Hempstead County?
The median annual property tax payment in Hempstead County is $503. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $582, while those without a mortgage pay $454.
How does Hempstead County compare to the Arkansas average?
Hempstead County's effective tax rate of 0.50% is lower than the Arkansas state average of 0.53%. The median annual property tax in Hempstead County is $503, compared to the state average of $705.
What is the median home value in Hempstead County, Arkansas?
The median home value in Hempstead County, Arkansas is $100,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Arkansas?
Property taxes in Arkansas are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Ouachita County(AR)

Rate0.50%
Median Tax$500

Franklin County(AR)

Rate0.50%
Median Tax$598

Calhoun County(AR)

Rate0.50%
Median Tax$485

Hot Spring County(AR)

Rate0.51%
Median Tax$650
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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