Madison County Property Taxes

Madison County, Arkansas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

0.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$59/mo escrow

#7 of 75 counties in Arkansas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.44%

vs. Arkansas Avg0.4% below
vs. National Avg73.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$157,800

State avg $131,967

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$707

$59/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$700

$58/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#7

of 75 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Madison County, Arkansas

Madison offers some of nation's lowest rates

Madison County's 0.445% effective tax rate ranks among America's lowest, placing it in roughly the top 10% of most tax-friendly counties nationally. The median property tax of just $702 annually is one-quarter of the nation's median of $2,690.

Best tax rate in Arkansas

Madison County's 0.445% effective rate is the lowest among all Arkansas counties, beating the state average of 0.532% by a significant margin. Residents enjoy median property taxes of $702, just below the statewide median of $705.

Madison leads region in tax friendliness

Madison County's 0.445% rate decisively beats all neighboring counties—it undershoots Little River (0.484%), Monroe (0.493%), and Marion County (0.513%). The county offers the region's most favorable tax climate for property owners.

Median tax stays under $702 annually

With a median home value of $157,800, Madison County homeowners pay approximately $702 per year in property taxes. Mortgaged properties see that rise to $707 when escrow costs are factored in.

Still worth checking your assessment

Even in Madison County's tax-friendly environment, property assessments can contain errors—some homeowners may be paying more than warranted. A free appeal with the county assessor could confirm your valuation is fair or reduce it further.

How Madison County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Madison County$702
Arkansas State Average$705
National Average$1,924

Madison County

0.44%

Effective rate

Arkansas Avg

0.53%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Madison County, Arkansas?
The effective property tax rate in Madison County, Arkansas is 0.44%. 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 Madison County?
The median annual property tax payment in Madison County is $702. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $707, while those without a mortgage pay $700.
How does Madison County compare to the Arkansas average?
Madison County's effective tax rate of 0.44% is lower than the Arkansas state average of 0.53%. The median annual property tax in Madison County is $702, compared to the state average of $705.
What is the median home value in Madison County, Arkansas?
The median home value in Madison County, Arkansas is $157,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Madison County a low property tax area in Arkansas?
Yes — Madison County's effective property tax rate of 0.44% is below the Arkansas average of 0.53%. The median annual property tax of $702 is also lower the state average of $705, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Madison County rank for property taxes in Arkansas?
Madison County ranks #7 out of 75 counties in Arkansas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.44% and median annual tax of $702, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

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.