County Assessor — Diann Ballard

County

Elected Official

Diann Ballard

County Assessor

The office of the Assessor has the following responsibilities to the Citizens of Jackson County: To locate all taxable property in the county and identify ownership. To establish a taxable value for all real and personal properties subject to taxation. To complete an assessment roll showing the assessed values of all properties. To apply all legal exemptions and Amendment 79 Homestead Act where applicable. State law mandates that all real and personal properties are subject to taxation unless otherwise exempted.

Services & Responsibilities

Locate all taxable property and identify ownership

Establish taxable value for all properties

Complete assessment roll of assessed values

Apply legal exemptions and Amendment 79 Homestead Act

Real estate appraisal and assessment

Personal property assessment (Jan 1 – May 31)

Business personal property assessment

Office Details

3 sections

Real Estate Taxes

The duty of the County Assessor is to appraise and assess all real property between the first Monday of January and the first of July. All properties shall be assessed according to their value. Property tax bills show land and improvement values.

Personal Property Taxes

All tangible personal property must be assessed between the first Monday of January and May 31. This includes all residences and businesses in Jackson County. Late penalties of 10% apply after May 31.

Business Personal Taxes

Each business in Arkansas is required to assess all business personal property by May 31. Forms are mailed in January. Completed forms can be faxed, mailed, emailed, or brought to the office.