Short answer: To pay Arkansas property taxes online, use the county collector or county tax payment portal for the county where the property is taxed. Property taxes are generally due October 15, and unpaid balances after the deadline can receive a 10% penalty.

Key Facts

  • The assessor values property and manages exemptions. The collector bills and collects taxes.
  • Arkansas property taxes are generally due by October 15.
  • If October 15 falls on a weekend or postal holiday, Arkansas law provides timely payment rules for mailed payments.
  • Real estate and personal property taxes are often paid through county collector systems.
  • Mortgage escrow may pay real estate taxes automatically, but owners should still verify the bill.

Assessor vs Collector Roles

The assessor and collector do different jobs The assessor handles value ownership records homestead credit and assessment questions. The collector handles tax bills receipts, online payment portals delinquency, and penalties

If the amount looks wrong because the value or credit is wrong start with the assessor. If the amount is right and you need to pay start with the collector

When Arkansas Property Taxes Are Due

Arkansas property taxes are generally due by October 15 each year. DFA guidance says property taxes not paid by October 15 are delinquent and Arkansas Code provides a 10% penalty against unpaid balances after the deadline See theArkansas property tax due dates guidefor more deadline detail

October 15 Deadline and Next-Business-Day Rule

If October 15 falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or postal holiday Arkansas law includes timely payment rules for mailed payments postmarked through the next business day Online portals may post their own cutoff times so do not wait until the last hour

Personal Property and Real Estate Tax Payment

County collectors may let you pay real estate taxes and personal property taxes in the same system but records can be separate. Search by parcel name, address, or personal property account depending on the county portal

How to Find County Payment Portals

Start with your county collector website not a generic ad result If you are unsure use thecounty directoryor call the collector Confirm that the parcel owner name, tax year, and amount match your bill before paying

  1. Open the county collector or tax collector page
  2. Choose real estate personal property or both.
  3. Search by parcel number account number name, or address.
  4. Review convenience fees before submitting payment
  5. Save the confirmation or receipt

Escrow vs Direct Payment

If your mortgage includes escrow the lender may pay real estate taxes from your escrow account. You should still review the county bill and escrow statement Personal property taxes are often not included in mortgage escrow

Partial Payments

Some collectors accept installment or partial payments before the deadline. The exact options vary by county and tax year. If you plan to pay in parts confirm the remaining balance and due date so a small unpaid balance does not become delinquent

What Happens After a Missed Payment

After the deadline unpaid balances can receive penalties and costs Delinquent real estate taxes can eventually create more serious collection problems. Contact the collector as soon as possible if you miss the deadline

County Specific Payment Examples

Pulaski County taxpayers typically start with the Pulaski County Treasurer or collector payment resources Benton County, Washington County, Sebastian County, and Faulkner County each maintain county payment or collector pages where taxpayers can search and pay local tax bills. Always verify the official county domain and the tax year before entering payment information

Find Your County Tax Page

Start with the county directory then use the official collector payment portal

Open County Directory

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I pay Arkansas property taxes online?

Usually yes Many Arkansas counties offer online payment through the county collector or tax payment provider

Are Arkansas property taxes due October 15?

Yes Arkansas property taxes are generally due by October 15 each year.

Who do I call about payment?

Call the county collector for billing and payment questions. Call the assessor for value assessment, and credit questions

Does escrow pay my personal property tax?

Usually no Mortgage escrow commonly relates to real estate taxes not vehicle or other personal property taxes.

Official Sources

Arkansas Assessment Coordination DivisionState property tax calendar

Arkansas Code Section 26-35-501 Time to pay and penalty language