Scott County, Arkansas Property Taxes

What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Scott County?

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

Scott County's median effective rate stands at 0.73%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Scott County, the highest rate is found in Waldron at 0.73%, while Mena has the lowest at 0.73%.

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 Scott County are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price. Local taxing authorities apply their tax rates to that assessed value to determine the annual bill. Because the county’s median home price is $50,650, even modest changes in assessed value can affect what homeowners owe.

Several factors influence the final tax bill, including the property’s assessed value, local millage rates, and any exemptions or appeals that may reduce taxable value. In Scott County, the typical property tax bill is relatively low, with the 25th percentile at $86, the 75th percentile at $432, and the 90th percentile at $731. That means many homeowners pay far less than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.

For homeowners, this system means taxes can vary widely from one property to another, even within the same county. Understanding how assessed value and local rates work is key to anticipating annual property tax costs.