72436 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 72436 (Lafe, Arkansas) pay a median of $536/year in property taxes on homes valued at $124,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.43%, which is 25% below the Arkansas state average of 0.58%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 72436 is approximately $45, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Greene County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Arkansas, 72436 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 72533 (0.43%) and 72938 (0.43%).

In Lafe, property taxes represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $55,909, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Arkansas has no statewide property tax cap; assessments in Greene County are set locally by the county assessor and can increase annually based on market value changes. The Homestead Exemption provides a $4,500 reduction in assessed value for primary residences — contact the Greene County Assessor's office to file after purchase. Request your Notice of Assessment within 30 days of closing to verify the appraised value and confirm your exemption was applied.