US ZIP Code
72205

Little Rock, AR

Pulaski County  ·  Arkansas

● Active
👥 22,275 Population
💰 $62,888 Median HH Income
▼ 18% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019
🎂 37.5 Median Age ↓ 4% since 2019
🏠 $204,400 Median Home Value
▼ 27% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019
🎓 59.8% College Grads
▲ 54% above avg
📊 3.2% Unemployment
▼ 35% below avg ↓ 6% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code72205
CityLittle Rock
StateArkansas (AR)
CountyPulaski County
Area Code501
Elevation387 ft
Latitude34.749493
Longitude-92.35144
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS05119
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 45.4% (10,113) Female 54.6% (12,162) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 64%Hispanic: 3%Black: 26.1%Asian: 3%Other: 3%Race
White64.0%
Hispanic3.0%
Black26.1%
Asian3.0%
Other3.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
13%
18–24
8%
25–44
33%
45–64
23%
65+
8%

Key Indicators

Median Age37.5 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.03
Below Poverty16.7% ▲ 67% above avg
College Grads59.8% ▲ 54% above avg
Unemployment3.2% ▼ 35% below avg
No HS Diploma131 (0.9%)
HS Graduate3,016 (19.7%)
Some College1,033 (6.8%)
Associates1,980 (12.9%)
Bachelors1,033 (6.8%)
Graduate Degree8,110 (53%)

Education

No HS: 0.9%HS Grad: 19.7%Some College: 6.8%Associates: 12.9%Bachelors: 6.8%Graduate: 53%Edu
No HS0.9%
HS Grad19.7%
Some College6.8%
Associates12.9%
Bachelors6.8%
Graduate53.0%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 51.5%Renter: 48.5%Tenure
Owner51.5%
Renter48.5%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
1%
$50k–100k
3%
$100k–150k
17%
$150k–200k
27%
$200k–300k
28%
$300k–500k
14%
Over $500k
9%

Financials

Median HH Income$62,888 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019
Median Home Value$204,400 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,110/mo ↑ 28% since 2019
Total Units12,187
Vacant Units1,714
Avg HH Size2.03

Income Distribution

Under $25k
17%
$25k–50k
22%
$50k–75k
16%
$75k–100k
9%
$100k–150k
17%
$150k–200k
8%
Over $200k
11%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
88%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
9%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
50%
15–30 min
42%
30–45 min
3%
Over 45 min
4%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
6%
1940s–1950s
27%
1960s–1970s
8%
1980s–1990s
1%
2000+
57%

Summary

Total Units12,187
Vacant1,714
Owner Occupied51.5%
Renter Occupied48.5%
Avg HH Size2.03
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 72205 is in Little Rock, AR, in Pulaski County.
ZIP code 72205 is located in Arkansas (AR).
ZIP code 72205 is in Pulaski County, AR.
ZIP 72205 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 72205 is 22,275 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 72205 is $62,888 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 72205 is $204,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 72205

ZIP code 72205 is located in Little Rock, Arkansas, within Pulaski County. With a population of 22,275, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.5 years. Economically, 72205 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,888 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 72205 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $204,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,110 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.5%) and renters (48.5%). Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.

The population of 72205 is majority White (64.04%). Residents are well-educated — 59.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.7%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 72205 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.

Overall, ZIP code 72205 in Little Rock, AR is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 22,275 residents, a median household income of $62,888, and a median home value of $204,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arkansas.