| ZIP Code | 71857 |
|---|---|
| City | Prescott |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Nevada County |
| Area Code | 327/870 |
| Elevation | 199 ft |
| Latitude | 33.801479 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -93.337654 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 05099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs ↓ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 30.0% ▲ 200% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.1% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.4% ▲ 72% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 82 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,381 (41.6%) |
| Some College | 476 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 480 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 418 (12.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 479 (14.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $40,423 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $92,200 ▼ 67% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $853/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,512 |
| Vacant Units | 462 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,512 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 462 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
ZIP code 71857 is located in Prescott, Arkansas, within Nevada County. With a population of 5,569, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.5 years. Economically, 71857 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $40,423 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 71857 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $92,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $853 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.3%) and renters (47.7%). Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 71857 is majority White (61.09%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 30.0%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 71857 stands at 8.4%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 88%.
Overall, ZIP code 71857 in Prescott, AR is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 5,569 residents, a median household income of $40,423, and a median home value of $92,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arkansas.