Benton Office Open until 6:00 PM on 10/12, 10/13, & 10/16 - Closed 10/17
Per §26-36-201 When October 15 falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or a holiday observed by the United States Postal Service, the taxes shall become due and payable the following business day that is not a holiday observed by the United States Postal Service. Credit card website and drop box will be open until 11:59 PM on 10/16/2023. All tax payments made or postmarked after October 16, will be charged a penalty. 2022 Taxes payable in 2023 are delinquent after October 16th, 2023.
A TEXT (SMS) message notifying you of the tax due date could prevent you paying a 10% penalty. Simply fill out the form at the bottom of the home page. "Request TEXT Notifications"
Since the post office closes at 4:30, and you didn't get your payment postmarked on October 15, your postal mail will be postmarked October 16 and the 10% penalty will apply.