NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 72153

AR · Population: 3,823

C
45/100
14
F
Safety
56
C+
Affordability
56
C+
Quality of Life
53
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 72153

Zip code 72153 is located in Arkansas and is home to approximately 3,823 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 45/100), 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 $46,198, with home values near $118,300 and rents around $654/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 10.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.2% 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
$46,198
Home Value
$118,300
Rent
$654/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
10.2%
Unemployment
6.2%
Owner-Occupied
89.5%
Rent Burden
17% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety14FLower crime = higher score
Affordability56C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life56C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy53C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall45CWeighted 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).