| ZIP Code | 71962 |
|---|---|
| City | Okolona |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Clark County |
| Area Code | 327/870 |
| Elevation | 284 ft |
| Latitude | 34.04887 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -93.361722 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 05019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs ↓ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 39.3% ▲ 293% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 14.5% ▲ 197% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 222 (47.4%) |
| Some College | 48 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 32 (6.8%) |
| Bachelors | 62 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 99 (21.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median Home Value | $109,500 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 63% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Total Units | 376 |
| Vacant Units | 55 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 376 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 55 |
| Owner Occupied | 98.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 1.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
ZIP code 71962 is located in Okolona, Arkansas, within Clark County. With a population of 825, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.3 years.
Real estate in ZIP code 71962 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $109,500 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 98.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 63% since 2019.
The population of 71962 is majority Black (51.27%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 39.3%.
The unemployment rate in 71962 stands at 14.5%, which is more than double the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 71962 in Okolona, AR is characterized as moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied.