NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 72450

AR · Population: 40,251

C
44/100
17
F
Safety
60
B
Affordability
59
C+
Quality of Life
42
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 72450

Zip code 72450 is located in Arkansas and is home to approximately 40,251 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 44/100), 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 $54,234, with home values near $164,900 and rents around $817/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 16.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.9% 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
$54,234
Home Value
$164,900
Rent
$817/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
16.8%
Unemployment
7.9%
Owner-Occupied
62.5%
Rent Burden
18.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety17FLower crime = higher score
Affordability60BLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life59C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy42CLower unemployment = higher
Overall44CWeighted 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).