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71838

Arkansas · 1,006 residents · 120.063 sq mi
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ZIP 71838 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $48,125. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $112,300. With a median age of 62.6, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 5 ZIP codes in Hempstead County, 71838 ranks 3rd by median household income.

$48,125
US average: $82,259
$112,300
US average: $376,019
8.6%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
10.1%
Age 65+
40.4%
46.7%
53.3%
1.99 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic65.8%(662)
Black31.9%(321)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other2.3%(23)
Diversity Score58.1%(584)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Hempstead County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST3RD OF 5HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
71801$45,345
71825$72,610
71847$23,920
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 71838?

ZIP code 71838 has about 1,006 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 71838?

The typical household in ZIP code 71838 earns about $48,125 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 71838 expensive?

In ZIP code 71838, the median home is worth about $112,300.

How educated are people in ZIP code 71838?

About 8.6% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 71838 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 71838?

About 10.4% of people in ZIP code 71838 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Hempstead County
Other ZIP codes in Hempstead County
ZIP 71801ZIP 71862ZIP 71825ZIP 71855ZIP 71847ZIP 71859

DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024