Jacksonville Arkansas Property Tax Records

Jacksonville property tax records are maintained by Pulaski County, which handles all assessment, billing, and collection for taxable real and personal property within the city. This page covers how to search Jacksonville property records online, what the Pulaski County assessor and collector offices do for property owners in Jacksonville, and how to apply for homestead credits and tax relief programs available to qualifying residents.

Pulaski County Assessor for Jacksonville

The Pulaski County Assessor at (501) 340-6170 handles all property assessments for Jacksonville. The assessor is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Pulaski County, including every parcel in Jacksonville. Records include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. Real property is assessed between January 1 and July 1 each year under A.C.A. § 26-26-1101.

Assessed value equals 20% of market value per A.C.A. § 26-26-1201. Personal property in Jacksonville -- vehicles, boats, business equipment -- must be assessed with Pulaski County by May 31 each year. A 10% late penalty applies under A.C.A. § 26-26-1408 for missed deadlines. Jacksonville City Clerk at (501) 982-1711 handles city records and municipal matters but does not process property tax assessments. All assessment work runs through the Pulaski County Assessor, which manages the largest parcel volume of any county assessor in Arkansas.

Pulaski County uses CAMA systems to track and value properties across the county, including Jacksonville. Reappraisals follow the 3 to 5-year cycle required by state law. New construction in Jacksonville is added to the assessment rolls as building permits close out each year. Amendment 79 caps homestead value increases at 5% per cycle and non-homestead increases at 10%, providing protection for all Jacksonville property owners during reappraisal years.

Online Property Search for Jacksonville

Jacksonville property records are searchable online through ACTDataScout's Pulaski County portal. Enter an owner name, address, or parcel number to get current assessed values, tax status, and ownership information. This is a free public tool that draws data from the Pulaski County assessor's records and covers all Jacksonville parcels.

The ARCountyData statewide portal also covers Pulaski County parcels and is another free search option. For recorded real estate documents -- deeds, mortgages, liens -- the Pulaski County Circuit Clerk at (501) 340-8431 maintains the official records. The clerk accepts e-recording through approved vendors. The Pulaski County Circuit Clerk's Real Estate Department website is the online entry point for recorded document access.

Property Tax Billing and Collection

The Pulaski County Treasurer at (501) 340-6040 handles billing and collection for Jacksonville properties. Tax bills go out by July 1 and are due October 15 per A.C.A. § 26-35-501. The combined bill covers city, county, and school district millage for your specific parcel location in Jacksonville. Payment options include in-person at the county offices, by mail, and online.

Delinquent accounts are published in a local newspaper around December 1, with a $1.50 per tract fee added. After one full year of delinquency, the county certifies the property to the Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands. Under A.C.A. § 26-37-101, the former owner has one year from certification to pay all outstanding taxes, penalties, and fees to redeem the property before the COSL can sell it at auction.

Homestead Credit and Senior Exemptions

Jacksonville homeowners apply for the Amendment 79 homestead credit at the Pulaski County Assessor's office. The credit reduces the net tax bill by up to $600 per year on a qualifying primary residence. File by October 15. Only owner-occupied primary residences qualify -- rental properties, investment parcels, and vacation homes don't count.

Property owners 65 and older, or permanently and totally disabled, can apply for the assessed value freeze. The freeze locks the taxable value of the homestead even during reappraisal, preventing tax bills from rising when market values increase. Apply at the assessor's office at (501) 340-6170 with proof of age or disability. Income limits set by the Arkansas Assessment Coordination Division apply statewide. Once approved, the freeze stays in place as long as you remain at the same address and continue to meet the eligibility requirements.

Assessment Appeals and Resources

If you believe your Pulaski County assessment is too high, file an appeal with the Board of Equalization during the open period after assessment notices go out. Contact the assessor's office at (501) 340-6170 for the current deadline. Bring comparable sales from the Jacksonville area that support a lower market value than what the assessor assigned.

The Pulaski County Clerk at (501) 340-8446 handles county clerk functions. State property tax law is at Arkansas Code Title 26. The Arkansas Association of Counties FAQ covers billing and collection questions. The Assessment Coordination Division publishes annual ratio studies for all 75 Arkansas counties, including Pulaski.

Property Tax Timeline for Jacksonville Residents

Arkansas property tax works on a two-year cycle. The first year is the assessment year -- that's when the Pulaski County Assessor sets the value of your Jacksonville property. The second year is the collection year -- that's when the tax bill goes out and payment is collected based on the values set the prior year. January 1 is both the lien date and the valuation date. Property is assessed as of its value on January 1, and the lien attaches on that same date and stays in place until the taxes are paid.

For Jacksonville residents who are new to Arkansas, the personal property assessment system can be surprising. All vehicles, boats, and business equipment must be assessed every year -- not just once. If you move to Jacksonville mid-year and buy a car, you have 30 working days from the purchase date to assess it with the Pulaski County Assessor without penalty. After that window, the standard May 31 deadline and penalty rules apply under A.C.A. § 26-26-1408.

Jacksonville property owners who have questions about how their tax bill is calculated can ask the Pulaski County Assessor to walk through the millage rates that apply to their specific parcel. The combined bill includes city, county, and school district millage -- and which school district applies depends on the exact location of the parcel within Jacksonville. The Assessment Coordination Division publishes annual millage data for all taxing entities in each county, which can help you understand what each line item on your bill represents.

E-recording is available through the Pulaski County Circuit Clerk for real estate instruments. This allows attorneys, title companies, and other filers to submit deeds, mortgages, and other documents electronically without a physical trip to the courthouse. The recording fee structure -- $15 for the first page and $5 for each additional page -- applies whether you record in person or electronically.

Pulaski County Property Tax Records

Jacksonville property taxes are administered by Pulaski County. See the county page for assessor, collector, and circuit clerk details.

Nearby Qualifying Cities

Other cities in and near Pulaski County with property tax record pages.