US ZIP Code
72802

Russellville, AR

Pope County  ·  Arkansas

● Active
👥 23,104 Population ↑ 3% since 2019
💰 $61,664 Median HH Income
▼ 19% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019
🎂 38.9 Median Age
🏠 $196,100 Median Home Value
▼ 30% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019
🎓 41.3% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 6.1% Unemployment
▲ 24% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code72802
CityRussellville
StateArkansas (AR)
CountyPope County
Area Code479
Elevation449 ft
Latitude35.31894
Longitude-93.081593
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS05115
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.1% (11,804) Female 48.9% (11,300) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 82.1%Hispanic: 10.7%Black: 2%Asian: 0.3%Other: 4.6%Race
White82.1%
Hispanic10.7%
Black2.0%
Asian0.3%
Other4.6%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
17%
18–24
8%
25–44
25%
45–64
26%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age38.9 yrs
Avg Household Size2.56
Below Poverty15.5% ▲ 55% above avg
College Grads41.3% ≈ Avg
Unemployment6.1% ▲ 24% above avg
No HS Diploma202 (1.4%)
HS Graduate4,397 (30.5%)
Some College1,898 (13.2%)
Associates1,952 (13.6%)
Bachelors1,089 (7.6%)
Graduate Degree4,858 (33.7%)

Education

No HS: 1.4%HS Grad: 30.5%Some College: 13.2%Associates: 13.6%Bachelors: 7.6%Graduate: 33.7%Edu
No HS1.4%
HS Grad30.5%
Some College13.2%
Associates13.6%
Bachelors7.6%
Graduate33.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 78.2%Renter: 21.8%Tenure
Owner78.2%
Renter21.8%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
9%
$50k–100k
10%
$100k–150k
16%
$150k–200k
15%
$200k–300k
29%
$300k–500k
16%
Over $500k
4%

Financials

Median HH Income$61,664 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019
Median Home Value$196,100 ▼ 30% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$887/mo ↑ 23% since 2019
Total Units9,687
Vacant Units744
Avg HH Size2.56

Income Distribution

Under $25k
16%
$25k–50k
20%
$50k–75k
20%
$75k–100k
14%
$100k–150k
14%
$150k–200k
10%
Over $200k
6%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
93%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
5%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
41%
15–30 min
41%
30–45 min
8%
Over 45 min
9%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
2%
1960s–1970s
20%
1980s–1990s
21%
2000+
56%

Summary

Total Units9,687
Vacant744
Owner Occupied78.2%
Renter Occupied21.8%
Avg HH Size2.56
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 72802 is in Russellville, AR, in Pope County.
ZIP code 72802 is located in Arkansas (AR).
ZIP code 72802 is in Pope County, AR.
ZIP 72802 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 72802 is 23,104 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 72802 is $61,664 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 72802 is $196,100 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 72802

ZIP code 72802 is located in Russellville, Arkansas, within Pope County. With a population of 23,104, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.9 years. Economically, 72802 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,664 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 72802 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $196,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $887 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.

The population of 72802 is primarily White (82.12%). Residents are well-educated — 41.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.5%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 72802 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.

Overall, ZIP code 72802 in Russellville, AR is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,104 residents, a median household income of $61,664, and a median home value of $196,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arkansas.