Pulaski County is the most populous county in Arkansas, home to Little Rock, North Little Rock, Jacksonville, Sherwood, and Maumelle — nearly 400,000 residents in the state's largest metropolitan area. The Pulaski County Assessor is one of the highest-volume assessment offices in the state, valuing hundreds of thousands of parcels annually using mass-appraisal methods. Like all mass-appraisal systems, Pulaski County's models apply neighborhood-level averages that cannot account for individual property characteristics — specific condition issues, location penalties, or improvements the assessor's data does not reflect. The result: a meaningful percentage of Pulaski County homeowners are assessed above their property's fair market value. The 2026 Board of Equalization deadline is August 17.
Pulaski County Property Tax Assessment: The Basics
The Pulaski County Assessor determines the fair market value of your property as of January 1, 2026. Arkansas then taxes you on 20% of that estimated market value — the assessed value. Your tax bill is calculated by multiplying your assessed value by the applicable millage rate for your school district, city, and county. If the Pulaski County Assessor overestimates your fair market value, every layer of taxes built on top of that estimate is also inflated.
- ✓Assessment date: January 1, 2026
- ✓Assessment ratio: 20% of fair market value
- ✓Tax bill = assessed value x total millage rate (school + city + county)
- ✓Amendment 79 caps homestead value increases at 5% per year
- ✓Senior freeze: Age 65+ homeowners can freeze their assessed value
The 2026 Pulaski County Appeal Deadline
The Pulaski County Board of Equalization deadline is August 17, 2026 — the third Monday in August. Per Arkansas Code §26-27-317, your appeal must be postmarked by this date. Pulaski County currently does not offer online filing for property tax appeals — you must submit your appeal letter or petition by mail or in person to the Board of Equalization Secretary at the Assessor's Office. TaxAppeal USA handles this automatically via USPS certified mail, closing new orders by August 10 to ensure timely delivery.
Evidence That Works at Pulaski County Board of Equalization Hearings
The Pulaski County Board of Equalization wants to see hard data that supports a different market value than the assessor assigned. The strongest evidence packages combine multiple types of support.
- ✓Comparable sales: 3-5 similar homes in Little Rock or your specific neighborhood that sold for less than your assessed market value in 2025 or early 2026
- ✓Recent purchase price: If you bought your home after January 2024 for less than your assessed value, your purchase contract is powerful evidence
- ✓Independent appraisal: A licensed Arkansas appraiser's opinion of value carries significant weight
- ✓Property condition: Photos and contractor estimates for roof, HVAC, foundation, or other issues
- ✓Assessment data errors: If the assessor has your square footage, bedroom count, or lot size wrong, documenting the error often results in an immediate correction
TaxAppeal USA: $79 Flat to File Your Pulaski County Appeal
TaxAppeal USA files your Pulaski County appeal via USPS certified mail before the August 17 deadline. We pull your property data from the county records, identify comparable sales in your neighborhood, generate a formal protest letter citing Arkansas Code §26-27-317 and §26-26-1901, and mail it to the Pulaski County Board of Equalization secretary. Flat $79. No contingency fee. No percentage of savings taken.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 2026 Pulaski County property tax appeal deadline? ▾
August 17, 2026 — the third Monday in August. Your appeal must be postmarked by this date under Arkansas Code §26-27-317.
Does Pulaski County offer online filing for property tax appeals? ▾
Currently, Pulaski County does not offer online filing for property tax appeals. You must submit your appeal letter by mail or in person to the Board of Equalization Secretary at the Assessor's Office.
How much can Pulaski County homeowners save? ▾
Pulaski County homeowners who successfully appeal typically save $300-800 per year depending on the assessed value and local millage rates. TaxAppeal's $79 flat fee means you keep everything you save.
Does TaxAppeal serve North Little Rock, Jacksonville, and Sherwood? ▾
Yes. TaxAppeal USA serves all Pulaski County communities including Little Rock, North Little Rock, Jacksonville, Sherwood, Maumelle, and all unincorporated areas.
What is the Pulaski County Assessor contact number? ▾
The Pulaski County Assessor's office can be reached at (501) 340-6170. TaxAppeal USA handles all filing automatically.
Can I appeal if my assessment notice has not arrived yet? ▾
Yes. Arkansas homeowners can file an appeal even without a formal notice if they believe their property is over-assessed. TaxAppeal will check your current assessed value in county records.