Ouachita County, Arkansas Property Taxes

What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Ouachita County?

Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Ouachita 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 Ouachita County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Arkansas or the U.S. median of 1.02%.

Ouachita County's median effective rate stands at 0.85%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Ouachita County, the highest rate is found in Smackover at 0.99%, while Louann has the lowest at 0.85%.

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 Ouachita County are based on the assessed value of a home, not the market price alone. Local taxing authorities apply the county’s tax rates to that assessed value to determine the final bill, so two homes with similar market values can still owe different amounts if their assessments or tax rates differ.

Several factors shape the amount a homeowner pays, including the home’s assessed value, local tax rates, and any exemptions that may apply. With a median home price of $39,400, property taxes in the county are generally modest compared with many areas, but the bill can still vary widely from one property to another.

For example, the 25th percentile tax bill is $113, while the 75th percentile reaches $540 and the 90th percentile climbs to $967. Median tax bills also differ by city, from $217 in Louann to $496 in Smackover. These differences show how property taxes can affect homeowners unevenly, even within the same county.