| ZIP Code | 71744 |
|---|---|
| City | Hampton |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Calhoun County |
| Area Code | 327/870 |
| Elevation | 133 ft |
| Latitude | 33.496803 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.480163 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 05013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.8 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.73 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.7% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 50% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 12 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 860 (42.1%) |
| Some College | 153 (7.5%) |
| Associates | 290 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 210 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 520 (25.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,750 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $103,900 ▼ 63% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $852/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,669 |
| Vacant Units | 591 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.73 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,669 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 591 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.73 |
ZIP code 71744 is located in Hampton, Arkansas, within Calhoun County. With a population of 2,961, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.8 years. Economically, 71744 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,750 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 71744 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $103,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $852 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 71744 is primarily White (81.63%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 71744 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 71744 in Hampton, AR is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,961 residents, a median household income of $64,750, and a median home value of $103,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arkansas.