Zip Code 72212

AR · Population: 13,556

B
66/100
6
F
Safety
92
A+
Affordability
84
A
Quality of Life
80
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 72212

Zip code 72212 is located in Arkansas and is home to approximately 13,556 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 66/100), 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.

With a median household income of $111,735 and home values around $317,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 71.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1.3%.

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
$111,735
Home Value
$317,800
Rent
$995/mo
Median Age
38
College Educated
71.6%
Unemployment
1.3%
Owner-Occupied
86.8%
Rent Burden
10.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety6FLower crime = higher score
Affordability92A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life84AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy80ALower unemployment = higher
Overall66BWeighted 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).