Independence County, AR Property Taxes (2026)

Independence County owners pay a median of $657 a year on a median home value of $120,500, an effective rate of 0.55%. That's the 31st-highest rate of 75 Arkansas counties with Census data, above the Arkansas county median of 0.53%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

0.55%

31st highest of 75 in AR

Median annual bill

$657

~$55/month

Median home value

$120,500

Arkansas county median

0.53%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Independence County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Independence County's 0.55% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$663
Savings at 10–15% off
$66–$99
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Independence County vs. Arkansas vs. U.S. property tax rates

Independence County0.55%
Arkansas county median0.53%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Independence County's effective property tax rate is 0.55%, vs. 0.53% for the median Arkansas county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 31st of 75 in Arkansas. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to appeal your property taxes in Independence County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Independence County Assessor. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Independence County deadline is Varies by county. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the County Assessor.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $657 bill, 10–15% off is $66–$99 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Arkansas

Arkansas homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Independence County Assessor for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Independence County, Arkansas?
The median effective property tax rate in Independence County is 0.55%: a median annual bill of $657 on a median home value of $120,500. That's the 31st-highest rate of 75 Arkansas counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in Independence County?
The median Independence County property tax bill is $657 a year, about $55 a month, compared with a Arkansas county median of $650.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Independence County?
The deadline to appeal in Independence County is Varies by county. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Independence County a high property tax area?
Independence County's 0.55% effective rate is above the Arkansas county median of 0.53% and below the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 31st-highest rate of 75 Arkansas counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Independence County property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Jackson County

Rate: 0.56%

Median bill: $492

Cleburne County

Rate: 0.47%

Median bill: $814

Sharp County

Rate: 0.58%

Median bill: $548

Izard County

Rate: 0.58%

Median bill: $714

Lawrence County

Rate: 0.49%

Median bill: $445

Stone County

Rate: 0.35%

Median bill: $528

White County

Rate: 0.48%

Median bill: $761

Woodruff County

Rate: 0.58%

Median bill: $558

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