| ZIP Code | 71909 |
|---|---|
| City | Hot Springs Village |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Garland County |
| Area Code | 501 |
| Elevation | 835 ft |
| Latitude | 34.642151 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.989927 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 05051 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 68.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.95 |
| Below Poverty | 10.0% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 43.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 79 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,834 (24%) |
| Some College | 2,244 (14%) |
| Associates | 2,864 (17.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,800 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,157 (32.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,171 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $255,600 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,143/mo ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,563 |
| Vacant Units | 1,220 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.95 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,563 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,220 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.95 |
ZIP code 71909 is located in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, within Garland County. With a population of 18,427, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 68.1 years. Economically, 71909 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,171 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 71909 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $255,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,143 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 71909 is primarily White (93.04%). Residents are well-educated — 43.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 10.0%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 71909 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 71909 in Hot Springs Village, AR is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,427 residents, a median household income of $69,171, and a median home value of $255,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arkansas.