| ZIP Code | 72335 |
|---|---|
| City | Forrest City |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | St. Francis County |
| Area Code | 327/870 |
| Elevation | 299 ft |
| Latitude | 34.99439 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.746054 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 05123 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 25.7% ▲ 157% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.6% ▼ 42% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 179 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,832 (37.7%) |
| Some College | 2,056 (20.2%) |
| Associates | 1,811 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 765 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,529 (15%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $39,045 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $92,700 ▼ 67% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $814/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,513 |
| Vacant Units | 1,153 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,513 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,153 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 72335 is located in Forrest City, Arkansas, within St. Francis County. With a population of 16,514, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.4 years. Economically, 72335 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $39,045 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 72335 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $92,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $814 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.8%) and renters (52.2%). Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 72335 is majority Black (62.40%). Residents are less-educated — 22.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.7%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 72335 stands at 7.7%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 72335 in Forrest City, AR is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 16,514 residents, a median household income of $39,045, and a median home value of $92,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arkansas.