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72856

Arkansas · 446 residents · 98.6 sq mi
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ZIP 72856 is a ZIP code of 446 people in Newton County. Four-year degrees are less common here than nationally, at 1% of adults. The median age is 51.2, about 12 years above the US median. The poverty rate is 39.5%, above the 12.5% national rate. There are 5 people per square mile. 0% of residents were born outside the United States. Among the 10 ZIP codes in Newton County, 72856 ranks 6th by median household income.

$47,284
US average: $82,259
$58,047
US average: $44,673
$255,500
US average: $376,019
1.5%
US average: 35.6%
Land area
98.6 sq mi
Age, sex & households
Under 18
17.7%
Age 65+
17.0%
56.3%
43.7%
2.18 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic72.6%(324)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other27.4%(122)
50
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Housing
5.4
Years of local income it takes to buy a local home, on a scale of about 0 to 15. Lower is more affordable.
Within Newton County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST6TH OF 10HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
72624$46,442
72628$47,367
72640$103,409
72641$37,696
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 72856?

ZIP code 72856 has about 446 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 72856?

The typical household in ZIP code 72856 earns about $47,284 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 72856 expensive?

In ZIP code 72856, the median home is worth about $255,500.

How educated are people in ZIP code 72856?

About 1.5% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 72856 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 72856?

About 39.5% of people in ZIP code 72856 live below the federal poverty line.

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