| ZIP Code | 72617 |
|---|---|
| City | Big Flat |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Baxter County |
| Area Code | 327/870 |
| Elevation | 1,155 ft |
| Latitude | 36.020045 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -92.386683 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 05005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.7 yrs ↓ 56% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 4.68 |
| Below Poverty | 11.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| College Grads | 65.3% ▲ 69% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 82 (33.1%) |
| Some College | 1 (0.4%) |
| Associates | 3 (1.2%) |
| Bachelors | 41 (16.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 121 (48.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Total Units | 132 |
|---|---|
| Vacant Units | 36 |
| Avg HH Size | 4.68 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 132 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 36 |
| Owner Occupied | 96.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 3.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 4.68 |
ZIP code 72617 is located in Big Flat, Arkansas, within Baxter County. With a population of 449, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.7 years.
The population of 72617 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are highly educated — 65.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.8%.
The unemployment rate in 72617 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 72617 in Big Flat, AR is characterized as highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied.