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72542

Arkansas · 4,072 residents · 155.036 sq mi
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ZIP 72542 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $41,295. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $98,500. Among the 7 ZIP codes in Sharp County, 72542 ranks 3rd by median household income.

$41,295
US average: $82,259
$98,500
US average: $376,019
12.7%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
20.8%
Age 65+
24.3%
49.7%
50.3%
2.65 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic90.3%(3,678)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0.7%(30)
Asian0.9%(37)
Other8%(327)
Diversity Score22.2%(904)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Sharp County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST3RD OF 7HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
72482$35,855
72513$40,055
72521$59,591
72529$37,355
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 72542?

ZIP code 72542 has about 4,072 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 72542?

The typical household in ZIP code 72542 earns about $41,295 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 72542 expensive?

In ZIP code 72542, the median home is worth about $98,500, and the typical rent is about $646 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 72542?

About 12.7% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 72542 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 72542?

About 15.2% of people in ZIP code 72542 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Sharp County
Other ZIP codes in Sharp County
ZIP 72529ZIP 72521ZIP 72513ZIP 72532ZIP 72482ZIP 72569

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