NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 71968

AR · Population: 4,668

C+
52/100
48
C
Safety
77
B+
Affordability
66
B
Quality of Life
18
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 71968

Zip code 71968 is located in Arkansas and is home to approximately 4,668 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 52/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $74,359 and home values around $197,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 26.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 17.7% 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
$74,359
Home Value
$197,100
Rent
$1,050/mo
Median Age
48
College Educated
26.3%
Unemployment
17.7%
Owner-Occupied
83%
Rent Burden
16.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety48CLower crime = higher score
Affordability77B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life66BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy18FLower unemployment = higher
Overall52C+Weighted 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).