Garland County, AR Property Tax: $915/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Garland County is 0.52% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $176,400, that works out to about $917 per year, or $76 per month. Garland County is located in central Arkansas, and is home to approximately 100,062 residents.
About Garland County
Garland County covers approximately 677.6 square miles in Arkansas. The county is home to about 100,062 residents living in roughly 52,570 housing units, of which 57.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $55,409, and the median home was built in 1984.
Garland County borders Hot Spring County, Montgomery County, Perry County, Saline County, Yell 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 Garland County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Garland County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garland County, AR | 0.52% | $176,400 | $917 |
| Arkansas state average | 0.53% | — | $935* |
| Hot Spring County | 0.51% | $127,900 | $650 |
| Montgomery County | 0.38% | $136,000 | $522 |
| Perry County | 0.52% | $129,300 | $672 |
| Saline County | 0.63% | $211,700 | $1,335 |
| Yell County | 0.52% | $131,300 | $679 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Garland County's median home value of $176,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Garland County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Arkansas?
At 0.52%, Garland County is lower than the Arkansas state average of 0.53%. On a home at the county median of $176,400, that means about $917 per year — versus $935 at the state average rate, a difference of $18 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Garland County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Garland County?
For a home at the county median value of $176,400, the annual property tax in Garland County is approximately $917 — or about $76 per month. For a home worth $264,600, expect around $1,376 per year. For a $352,800 home, approximately $1,835 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Garland County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Garland County are handled by the Garland 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 Garland 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 0.52% shown here. Contact the Garland 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