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72842

Arkansas · 1,112 residents · 78.609 sq mi
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ZIP 72842 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $49,000. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $103,400. With a median age of 46.8, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 9 ZIP codes in Yell County, 72842 ranks 6th by median household income.

$49,000
US average: $82,259
$103,400
US average: $376,019
8.1%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
20.1%
Age 65+
18.2%
53.6%
46.4%
2.55 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic89.7%(998)
Black2.3%(26)
Hispanic / Latino4.6%(51)
Asian0.5%(6)
Other2.8%(31)
Diversity Score23.9%(266)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Yell County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST6TH OF 9HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
72824$78,628
72827$28,021
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 72842?

ZIP code 72842 has about 1,112 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 72842?

The typical household in ZIP code 72842 earns about $49,000 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 72842 expensive?

In ZIP code 72842, the median home is worth about $103,400, and the typical rent is about $840 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 72842?

About 8.1% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 72842 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 72842?

About 25.8% of people in ZIP code 72842 live below the federal poverty line.

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