| ZIP Code | 72017 |
|---|---|
| City | Biscoe |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Prairie County |
| Area Code | 327/870 |
| Elevation | 183 ft |
| Latitude | 34.887328 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.387903 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 05117 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs ↓ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 10.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| College Grads | 13.9% ▼ 64% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7 (3.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 106 (54.4%) |
| Some College | 28 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 27 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 27 (13.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median Home Value | $67,000 ▼ 76% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Total Units | 218 |
| Vacant Units | 97 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 218 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 97 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 72017 is located in Biscoe, Arkansas, within Prairie County. With a population of 269, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.9 years.
Real estate in ZIP code 72017 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $67,000 is well below the national average. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.8%) and renters (56.2%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 72017 is primarily White (82.16%). Residents are less-educated — 13.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.8%.
The unemployment rate in 72017 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 100%.
Overall, ZIP code 72017 in Biscoe, AR is characterized as less-educated, and a middle-aged community.