NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 72949

AR · Population: 9,606

C
44/100
17
F
Safety
58
C+
Affordability
52
C+
Quality of Life
51
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 72949

Zip code 72949 is located in Arkansas and is home to approximately 9,606 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 $48,779, with home values near $116,100 and rents around $693/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 8.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.5% 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
$48,779
Home Value
$116,100
Rent
$693/mo
Median Age
44
College Educated
8.8%
Unemployment
6.5%
Owner-Occupied
72.2%
Rent Burden
17% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety17FLower crime = higher score
Affordability58C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life52C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy51C+Lower 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).