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Howard County, Arkansas Property Taxes (2026)

Howard County homeowners pay a median property tax of $708/year on a median home value of $135,400 — an effective rate of 0.52%, which is below the national median of 1.02%. Howard County has a population of approximately 12,701.

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Effective Tax Rate

0.52%

Lower than the Arkansas median of 0.53%

Median Home Value

$135,400

Annual Tax Bill

$708

~$59/month

Est. Annual Savings

$106

If reduced by 15%

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Average Annual Savings

$106

Estimated savings for Howard County homeowners

Property Tax Rates: Howard County vs. Arkansas vs. National

Howard County0.52%
Arkansas Median0.53%
National Median1.02%

Key stat: The effective property tax rate in Howard County, Arkansas is 0.52%, compared to the Arkansas median of 0.53% and the national median of 1.02%. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates)

How Howard County Compares Across Arkansas

See where Howard County's tax metrics fall relative to all 75 Arkansas counties.

Tax Rate Distribution

Percentile distribution across all Arkansas counties

10th

0.00%

25th

0.00%

Median

0.53%

75th

1.00%

90th

1.00%

Home Value Distribution

Percentile distribution across all Arkansas counties

10th

$87,860

25th

$99,900

Median

$122,600

75th

$158,100

90th

$181,980

Tax Bill Distribution

Percentile distribution across all Arkansas counties

10th

$467

25th

$519

Median

$650

75th

$803

90th

$1,041

Howard County County Assessor Information

Howard County County Assessor

Assessing Authority

Howard County Assessor

Appeal Deadline

Varies by county

Arkansas appeal filing deadline

State

Arkansas

How to appeal

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How to Appeal Your Property Taxes in Howard County

If you own property in Howard County, you have the legal right to appeal your assessed value. Here is the step-by-step process:

1

Review your assessment notice

Check the assessed value from the Howard County Assessor. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes in your area.

2

File your appeal before the deadline

The Arkansas deadline is Varies by county. Missing this deadline means waiting until the next assessment year.

3

Gather supporting evidence

Compile recent comparable sales, photos of property condition issues, independent appraisals, or any factors that reduce your home's value.

4

Present your case

Attend a hearing or submit your evidence to the County Assessor. Present clear data showing your assessed value is too high.

5

Receive your decision

If successful, your assessed value and tax bill will be reduced. With a median bill of $708, even a 10-15% reduction means $71-$106 in annual savings.

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Property Tax Exemptions in Arkansas

Arkansas homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce their taxable value. Common exemptions include:

Homestead Exemption

Available to primary residence owners. Reduces the assessed value used to calculate your tax bill.

Senior/Over-65 Exemption

Additional exemption for homeowners age 65+. May include a tax ceiling that freezes your bill.

Disability Exemption

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities. Similar benefits to the over-65 exemption.

Veteran Exemption

Disabled veterans may receive partial or full exemptions depending on disability rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Howard County, Arkansas?
The median effective property tax rate in Howard County, Arkansas is 0.52%. On a home valued at $135,400, the median annual property tax bill is $708. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2026.
How much are property taxes in Howard County?
The median annual property tax bill in Howard County is $708, which works out to approximately $59/month. This is based on the median home value of $135,400 and an effective tax rate of 0.52%.
How do I appeal my property taxes in Howard County?
To appeal your property taxes in Howard County, Arkansas, you need to file with the Howard County Assessor before the deadline of Varies by county. You'll need evidence that your assessed value exceeds your property's market value, such as recent comparable sales. TaxDrop can handle this entire process for you — you pay nothing unless we save you $500 or more.
Is Howard County a high property tax area?
Howard County's effective tax rate of 0.52% is below the national median of 1.02%. It's below the Arkansas median of 0.53%.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Arkansas?
The deadline to appeal property taxes in Arkansas is Varies by county. It's important to file before this deadline — missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle. TaxDrop monitors deadlines and files on your behalf to ensure you never miss the window.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Howard County property taxes?
Yes. TaxDrop helps homeowners in Howard County, Arkansas appeal their property tax assessments. We analyze your property, compare it against local comparable sales, and handle the entire appeal process. Our fee is 25% of your savings — and if we don't save you at least $500, you pay nothing.

Nearby Counties

Grant County

Rate: 0.54%

Tax bill: $840

Greene County

Rate: 0.49%

Tax bill: $792

Hempstead County

Rate: 0.50%

Tax bill: $503

Hot Spring County

Rate: 0.51%

Tax bill: $650

Independence County

Rate: 0.55%

Tax bill: $657

Izard County

Rate: 0.58%

Tax bill: $714

Jackson County

Rate: 0.56%

Tax bill: $492

Jefferson County

Rate: 0.63%

Tax bill: $667

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