NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 72442

AR · Population: 4,447

B
60/100
33
D
Safety
82
A
Affordability
70
B+
Quality of Life
55
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 72442

Zip code 72442 is located in Arkansas and is home to approximately 4,447 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 60/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

With a median household income of $64,229 and home values around $140,500, 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 17.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 6%, 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
$64,229
Home Value
$140,500
Rent
$597/mo
Median Age
39
College Educated
17.2%
Unemployment
6%
Owner-Occupied
71.3%
Rent Burden
11.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety33DLower crime = higher score
Affordability82ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life70B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy55C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall60BWeighted 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).