Zip Code 72955
AR · Population: 1,132
About Zip Code 72955
Zip code 72955 is located in Arkansas and is home to approximately 1,132 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 42/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.
Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.
Educational attainment is below the national average, with 10% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
The unemployment rate of 11.5% 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
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 42 | C | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | — | — | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 55 | C+ | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 28 | F | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 42 | C | Weighted 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).