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Washington County

Washington County, Arkansas

Effective Tax Rate

0.55%

Median Annual Tax

$1,465

How Washington County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Washington County$1,465
Arkansas State Average$705
National Average$1,924

Washington County

0.55%

Effective rate

Arkansas Avg

0.53%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,573

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,306

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,465

Monthly Escrow

$122

Effective Rate

0.55%

vs. Arkansas State Average▲ 107.8% above
vs. National Average▼ 45.5% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Washington County, Arkansas?
The effective property tax rate in Washington County, Arkansas is 0.55%. 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 Washington County?
The median annual property tax payment in Washington County is $1,465. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,573, while those without a mortgage pay $1,306.
How does Washington County compare to the Arkansas average?
Washington County's effective tax rate of 0.55% is higher than the Arkansas state average of 0.53%. The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,465, compared to the state average of $705.
What is the median home value in Washington County, Arkansas?
The median home value in Washington County, Arkansas is $266,000, 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

Cross County(AR)

Rate0.55%
Median Tax$574

Chicot County(AR)

Rate0.55%
Median Tax$494

Craighead County(AR)

Rate0.55%
Median Tax$1,084

Independence County(AR)

Rate0.55%
Median Tax$657
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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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