Drew County, AR Property Tax: $572/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Drew County is 0.45% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $127,800, that works out to about $575 per year, or $48 per month. Drew County is located in southern Arkansas, and is home to approximately 17,143 residents.
About Drew County
Drew County covers approximately 828.7 square miles in Arkansas. The county is home to about 17,143 residents living in roughly 8,292 housing units, of which 54.0% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $41,071, and the median home was built in 1984.
Drew County borders Ashley County, Bradley County, Chicot County, Cleveland County, Desha County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Arkansas
Property taxes in Arkansas are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Arkansas offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Drew County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Drew County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drew County, AR | 0.45% | $127,800 | $575 |
| Arkansas state average | 0.53% | — | $677* |
| Ashley County | 0.61% | $88,800 | $542 |
| Bradley County | 0.56% | $97,000 | $544 |
| Chicot County | 0.55% | $90,500 | $494 |
| Cleveland County | 0.58% | $123,400 | $716 |
| Desha County | 0.58% | $89,100 | $517 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Drew County's median home value of $127,800. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Drew County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Arkansas?
At 0.45%, Drew County is lower than the Arkansas state average of 0.53%. On a home at the county median of $127,800, that means about $575 per year — versus $677 at the state average rate, a difference of $102 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Drew County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Drew County?
For a home at the county median value of $127,800, the annual property tax in Drew County is approximately $575 — or about $48 per month. For a home worth $191,700, expect around $863 per year. For a $255,600 home, approximately $1,150 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Drew County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Drew County are handled by the Drew County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Drew County?
Arkansas counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.45% shown here. Contact the Drew County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File