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71838

Arkansas · 1,006 residents · 120 sq mi
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ZIP 71838 is home to 1,006 people in Hempstead County. At a median age of 62.6, this is an older place than the country as a whole. 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree, below the 36% national rate. Owners hold 87% of the housing stock. Median home value sits at $112,300. Density works out to 8 people per square mile. Among the 5 ZIP codes in Hempstead County, 71838 ranks 3rd by median household income.

$48,125
US average: $82,259
$25,286
US average: $44,673
$112,300
US average: $376,019
8.6%
US average: 35.6%
Land area
120 sq mi
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)
58
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Housing
2.3
Years of local income it takes to buy a local home, on a scale of about 0 to 15. Lower is more affordable.
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

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