| ZIP Code | 72370 |
|---|---|
| City | Osceola |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Mississippi County |
| Area Code | 327/870 |
| Elevation | 231 ft |
| Latitude | 35.672875 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.05801 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 05093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.1 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 24.7% ▲ 147% above avg |
| College Grads | 16.1% ▼ 58% below avg |
| Unemployment | 13.7% ▲ 181% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 121 (3.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,586 (40.7%) |
| Some College | 925 (23.7%) |
| Associates | 639 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 236 (6.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 391 (10%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $41,422 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $110,100 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $831/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,451 |
| Vacant Units | 626 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,451 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 626 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 72370 is located in Osceola, Arkansas, within Mississippi County. With a population of 7,282, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.1 years. Economically, 72370 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $41,422 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 72370 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $110,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $831 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.5%) and renters (56.5%). Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 72370 is majority Black (53.02%). Residents are less-educated — 16.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.7%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 72370 stands at 13.7%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 72370 in Osceola, AR is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 7,282 residents, a median household income of $41,422, and a median home value of $110,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arkansas.