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Zip Code 71742

AR · Population: 4,799

C
40/100
10
F
Safety
44
C
Affordability
58
C+
Quality of Life
48
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 71742

Zip code 71742 is located in Arkansas and is home to approximately 4,799 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 40/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are considerably above the national average. Safety is a significant concern in this area.

The median household income here is $36,900, with home values near $93,500 and rents around $582/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 9.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.9% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$36,900
Home Value
$93,500
Rent
$582/mo
Median Age
42
College Educated
9.7%
Unemployment
6.9%
Owner-Occupied
67.6%
Rent Burden
18.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety10FLower crime = higher score
Affordability44CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life58C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy48CLower unemployment = higher
Overall40CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).