Ouachita County Property Taxes

Ouachita County, Arkansas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

29.1% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$42/mo escrow

#24 of 75 counties in Arkansas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.50%

vs. Arkansas Avg29.1% below
vs. National Avg81.4% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$99,600

State avg $131,967

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$568

$47/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$417

$35/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#24

of 75 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Ouachita County, Arkansas

Ouachita County taxes well below U.S. median

Ouachita County's effective tax rate of 0.502% and median property tax of $500 represent only about one-fifth the national median property tax of $2,690. Residents here enjoy one of the lowest property tax burdens in the nation, even compared to other low-tax states.

Below-average rate statewide

Ouachita County's 0.502% effective rate runs 0.030 percentage points below Arkansas's 0.532% state average. The median property tax of $500 is $205 lower than the state's $705 median, reflecting both rate and value advantages.

Among the most tax-friendly in southern Arkansas

Ouachita County's 0.502% rate compares favorably to Nevada County (0.539%), Perry County (0.520%), Pike County (0.559%), and Phillips County (0.656%). Only Montgomery County (0.384%) and Newton County (0.408%) offer lower rates in the eight-county region.

Median homeowner pays $500 yearly

A typical Ouachita County home valued at $99,600 translates to roughly $500 in annual property tax under the 0.502% rate. With a mortgage, the figure rises to $568; without, it drops to $417—among the lowest in the state.

Appeal if your assessment exceeds market value

Ouachita County homeowners should review their assessed values against recent comparable sales to catch potential overassessments. A successful appeal could reduce your annual bill by tens or even hundreds of dollars over the life of homeownership.

How Ouachita County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Ouachita County$500
Arkansas State Average$705
National Average$1,924

Ouachita County

0.50%

Effective rate

Arkansas Avg

0.53%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Ouachita County, Arkansas?
The effective property tax rate in Ouachita 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 Ouachita County?
The median annual property tax payment in Ouachita County is $500. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $568, while those without a mortgage pay $417.
How does Ouachita County compare to the Arkansas average?
Ouachita County's effective tax rate of 0.50% is lower than the Arkansas state average of 0.53%. The median annual property tax in Ouachita County is $500, compared to the state average of $705.
What is the median home value in Ouachita County, Arkansas?
The median home value in Ouachita County, Arkansas is $99,600, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Ouachita County a low property tax area in Arkansas?
Yes — Ouachita County's effective property tax rate of 0.50% is below the Arkansas average of 0.53%. The median annual property tax of $500 is also lower the state average of $705, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Ouachita County rank for property taxes in Arkansas?
Ouachita County ranks #24 out of 75 counties in Arkansas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.50% and median annual tax of $500, 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.