Lonoke County, Arkansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Lonoke County is located in Arkansas with a total population of 74,747. It is the 10th most populous county out of 75 in Arkansas. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lonoke County is 37.3 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lonoke County is $71,449. This is 22% higher than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $184,100. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $175,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Lonoke County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lonoke County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 5.5%. The Black or African American population (5.5%) is well below the state average of 14.8%.

Education

21.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 25.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.2%.