NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 72116

AR · Population: 20,838

B
68/100
49
C
Safety
78
B+
Affordability
76
B+
Quality of Life
70
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 72116

Zip code 72116 is located in Arkansas and is home to approximately 20,838 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 68/100), 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 $74,569 and home values around $210,400, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 43.5% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average.

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
$74,569
Home Value
$210,400
Rent
$1,012/mo
Median Age
42
College Educated
43.5%
Unemployment
4.2%
Owner-Occupied
65.6%
Rent Burden
16.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety49CLower crime = higher score
Affordability78B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life76B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy70B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall68BWeighted 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).