72937 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 72937 (Hackett, Arkansas) pay a median of $784/year in property taxes on homes valued at $142,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.55%, which is 4% below the Arkansas state average of 0.58%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 72937 is approximately $65, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Sebastian County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Arkansas, 72937 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 72753 (0.55%) and 71601 (0.55%).

In Hackett, property taxes represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $58,400, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Arkansas does not cap property tax assessments at purchase price — your home will be assessed annually at market value regardless of when you buy. Sebastian County Assessor's office administers the Homestead Exemption program, which exempts a portion of assessed value for primary residences; contact the assessor to file immediately after purchase. Verify your assessment notice within 30 days of receipt and file a formal appeal with the Sebastian County Assessor if the valuation exceeds comparable sales.