Lonoke County Property Taxes

Lonoke County, Arkansas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

67.1% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$98/mo escrow

#72 of 75 counties in Arkansas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.64%

vs. Arkansas Avg67.1% above
vs. National Avg56.2% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$184,100

State avg $131,967

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,298

$108/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$873

$73/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#72

of 75 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Lonoke County, Arkansas

Lonoke rates higher than most U.S. counties

At 0.640%, Lonoke County's effective tax rate exceeds the national median of 0.90%—wait, that's incorrect. At 0.640%, it remains below the national median, yet its median property tax of $1,178 is substantially higher than the national median of $2,690. Actually, Lonoke's rate places it around the 40th percentile nationally.

Lonoke taxes exceed state average

Lonoke County's 0.640% effective rate ranks above Arkansas's state average of 0.532%, making it one of the pricier counties for property taxes in the state. Homeowners here pay a median of $1,178 annually versus $705 statewide—a 67% premium.

Steepest rate among regional counties

Lonoke's 0.640% effective rate outpaces all nearby counties—it significantly exceeds Madison (0.445%), Little River (0.484%), and Marion County (0.513%). The county's higher median home value ($184,100) also contributes to steeper tax bills.

Median annual property tax reaches $1,178

Lonoke County's median home value of $184,100 combined with its 0.640% rate yields a median property tax of $1,178 per year. Mortgaged properties typically pay $1,298 when escrow is included.

Reassessment challenges pay off in Lonoke

Given Lonoke's higher tax burden, it's especially worthwhile to verify your property's assessed value—overassessments are common and appeal processes are free. A successful challenge could reduce your annual tax obligation by hundreds of dollars.

How Lonoke County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lonoke County$1,178
Arkansas State Average$705
National Average$1,924

Lonoke County

0.64%

Effective rate

Arkansas Avg

0.53%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lonoke County, Arkansas?
The effective property tax rate in Lonoke County, Arkansas is 0.64%. 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 Lonoke County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lonoke County is $1,178. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,298, while those without a mortgage pay $873.
How does Lonoke County compare to the Arkansas average?
Lonoke County's effective tax rate of 0.64% is higher than the Arkansas state average of 0.53%. The median annual property tax in Lonoke County is $1,178, compared to the state average of $705.
What is the median home value in Lonoke County, Arkansas?
The median home value in Lonoke County, Arkansas is $184,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Lonoke County property tax rate higher than the Arkansas average?
Lonoke County's effective property tax rate of 0.64% is higher than the Arkansas average of 0.53%. This difference of 0.11% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Lonoke County rank for property taxes in Arkansas?
Lonoke County ranks #72 out of 75 counties in Arkansas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.64% and median annual tax of $1,178, it falls in the upper 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.