Jefferson County, Arkansas Property Taxes

What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Jefferson County?

Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Jefferson County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.

Below, compare Jefferson County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Arkansas or the U.S. median of 1.02%.

Jefferson County's median effective rate stands at 0.73%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Jefferson County, the highest rate is found in GRADY at 0.83%, while REYDELL has the lowest at 0.55%.

These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, special assessment districts assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.

Property tax bills in Jefferson County are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local tax rates are applied to that assessed value to determine the final bill, so two homes with similar market values can still owe different amounts if their assessments differ. For homeowners, this means the tax bill can change when a property is reassessed or when local tax rates are adjusted.

With a median home price of $69,700, Jefferson County homeowners often see bills that vary widely depending on location and property characteristics. The 25th percentile tax bill is $194, while the 75th percentile is $987 and the 90th percentile reaches $1,675. That spread shows how assessment differences can significantly affect what a homeowner pays each year.

Across the county, the median tax bill is generally below the national median property tax bill of $2,400, which can make the area more affordable for many homeowners. Still, even a modest increase in assessed value can raise annual costs and affect household budgets.