Lawrence County Property Taxes

Lawrence County, Arkansas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

36.9% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$37/mo escrow

#20 of 75 counties in Arkansas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.49%

vs. Arkansas Avg36.9% below
vs. National Avg83.5% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$91,100

State avg $131,967

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$490

$41/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$401

$33/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#20

of 75 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Lawrence County, Arkansas

Lawrence offers lowest taxes in region

Lawrence County's 0.488% effective property tax rate sits in the bottom 10% of U.S. counties, significantly below the national median of 0.72%. Homeowners here enjoy among the most favorable property tax rates in America.

Lawrence below state average: a savings

At 0.488%, Lawrence's effective rate falls below Arkansas's state average of 0.532%, making it one of the state's lower-tax counties. Among Arkansas's 75 counties, Lawrence ranks in the bottom quarter for tax burden.

Lawrence leads region with lowest rate

Lawrence's 0.488% rate beats all neighboring counties, running 0.076 percentage points lower than Izard's 0.585% and nearly 0.1 points below Jackson's 0.564%. The county offers the most tax-friendly environment in northeast Arkansas.

Median home tax bill: $445 annually

On Lawrence's median home value of $91,100, homeowners pay approximately $445 per year in property taxes, among the state's lowest. With mortgage considerations included, the annual cost reaches about $490.

Still worth checking your assessment

Even with Lawrence's favorable tax rates, some homeowners remain overassessed relative to fair market value. A free assessment review through your county assessor's office can confirm whether your property is fairly valued.

How Lawrence County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lawrence County$445
Arkansas State Average$705
National Average$1,924

Lawrence County

0.49%

Effective rate

Arkansas Avg

0.53%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lawrence County, Arkansas?
The effective property tax rate in Lawrence County, Arkansas is 0.49%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Lawrence County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lawrence County is $445. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $490, while those without a mortgage pay $401.
How does Lawrence County compare to the Arkansas average?
Lawrence County's effective tax rate of 0.49% is lower than the Arkansas state average of 0.53%. The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $445, compared to the state average of $705.
What is the median home value in Lawrence County, Arkansas?
The median home value in Lawrence County, Arkansas is $91,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Lawrence County a low property tax area in Arkansas?
Yes — Lawrence County's effective property tax rate of 0.49% is below the Arkansas average of 0.53%. The median annual property tax of $445 is also lower the state average of $705, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Lawrence County rank for property taxes in Arkansas?
Lawrence County ranks #20 out of 75 counties in Arkansas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.49% and median annual tax of $445, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.