| ZIP Code | 72901 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Smith |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Sebastian County |
| Area Code | 479 |
| Elevation | 534 ft |
| Latitude | 35.365188 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -94.414866 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 05131 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 23.4% ▲ 134% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.5% ▲ 115% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 334 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,489 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 2,124 (18.4%) |
| Associates | 2,189 (18.9%) |
| Bachelors | 642 (5.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,790 (24.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $42,568 ▼ 44% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $113,200 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $837/mo ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,337 |
| Vacant Units | 1,559 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,337 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,559 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 72901 is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, within Sebastian County. With a population of 19,966, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 72901 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $42,568 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 72901 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $113,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $837 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.7%) and renters (55.3%). Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 72901 is majority White (59.77%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.4%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 72901 stands at 10.5%, 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 72901 in Fort Smith, AR is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 19,966 residents, a median household income of $42,568, and a median home value of $113,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Arkansas.