| ZIP Code | 72450 |
|---|---|
| City | Paragould |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Greene County |
| Area Code | 327/870 |
| Elevation | 286 ft |
| Latitude | 36.079547 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.51644 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 05055 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.54 |
| Below Poverty | 16.6% ▲ 66% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.1% ▲ 65% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 243 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,921 (40.1%) |
| Some College | 4,593 (18.6%) |
| Associates | 3,659 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,950 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,380 (17.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,390 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $169,100 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $865/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,784 |
| Vacant Units | 1,153 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,784 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,153 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
ZIP code 72450 is located in Paragould, Arkansas, within Greene County. With a population of 40,464, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 72450 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,390 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 72450 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $169,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $865 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 72450 is primarily White (88.55%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.6%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 72450 stands at 8.1%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 72450 in Paragould, AR is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 40,464 residents, a median household income of $56,390, and a median home value of $169,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arkansas.