| ZIP Code | 72331 |
|---|---|
| City | Earle |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Crittenden County |
| Area Code | 327/870 |
| Elevation | 210 ft |
| Latitude | 35.281026 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.466302 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 05035 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 35.1% ▲ 251% above avg |
| College Grads | 20.1% ▼ 48% below avg |
| Unemployment | 15.7% ▲ 220% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 13 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 516 (53.4%) |
| Some College | 136 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 108 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 56 (5.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 138 (14.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $42,917 ▼ 44% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $72,500 ▼ 74% below avg ↑ 2% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $605/mo ↓ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,175 |
| Vacant Units | 383 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,175 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 383 |
| Owner Occupied | 49.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 50.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
ZIP code 72331 is located in Earle, Arkansas, within Crittenden County. With a population of 2,102, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.9 years. Economically, 72331 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $42,917 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 72331 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $72,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $605 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.4%) and renters (50.6%). Median home values have increased by 2% since 2019.
The population of 72331 is majority Black (57.66%). Residents are less-educated — 20.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 35.1%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 72331 stands at 15.7%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 72331 in Earle, AR is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 2,102 residents, a median household income of $42,917, and a median home value of $72,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arkansas.