Searcy County, AR Property Tax: $517/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Searcy County is 0.48% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $108,100, that works out to about $519 per year, or $43 per month. Searcy County is located in northern Arkansas, and is home to approximately 7,861 residents.
About Searcy County
Searcy County covers approximately 665.9 square miles in Arkansas. The county is home to about 7,861 residents living in roughly 4,721 housing units, of which 48.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $41,978, and the median home was built in 1980.
Searcy County borders Baxter County, Boone County, Marion County, Newton County, Pope 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 Searcy County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Searcy County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Searcy County, AR | 0.48% | $108,100 | $519 |
| Arkansas state average | 0.53% | — | $573* |
| Baxter County | 0.46% | $165,400 | $765 |
| Boone County | 0.53% | $169,300 | $904 |
| Marion County | 0.51% | $158,400 | $813 |
| Newton County | 0.41% | $178,800 | $729 |
| Pope County | 0.57% | $161,700 | $918 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Searcy County's median home value of $108,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Searcy County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Arkansas?
At 0.48%, Searcy County is lower than the Arkansas state average of 0.53%. On a home at the county median of $108,100, that means about $519 per year — versus $573 at the state average rate, a difference of $54 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Searcy County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Searcy County?
For a home at the county median value of $108,100, the annual property tax in Searcy County is approximately $519 — or about $43 per month. For a home worth $162,150, expect around $778 per year. For a $216,200 home, approximately $1,038 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Searcy County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Searcy County are handled by the Searcy 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 Searcy 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 0.48% shown here. Contact the Searcy 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