Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 18.4% ▲ 84% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 923 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 19,760 (29.8%) |
| Some College | 10,656 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 9,625 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 6,162 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19,124 (28.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,755 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $198,396 ▼ 29% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $920/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 48,422 |
| Vacant Units | 4,669 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Craighead County is located in Arkansas and encompasses 15 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 113,037 residents. With a median age of 34.77, it is a relatively young county.
Craighead County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,754 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Craighead County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $198,396 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $920.
The residents of Craighead County are primarily White (71.92%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Craighead County, AR is a solidly middle-class area in Arkansas. The 15 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72411 | Bay | 3,072 | $53,158 | $101,300 | $1,013 | 2.5% | 20.2% |
| 72414 | Black Oak | 289 | $47,083 | $94,300 | $529 | 0.0% | 36.0% |
| 72416 | Bono | 5,458 | $72,452 | $157,700 | $891 | 4.4% | 29.3% |
| 72417 | Brookland | 5,655 | $63,633 | $168,800 | $989 | 4.8% | 30.3% |
| 72419 | Caraway | 1,452 | $41,328 | $76,500 | $550 | 4.0% | 21.5% |
| 72421 | Cash | 688 | $38,578 | $76,700 | $871 | 9.6% | 22.2% |
| 72427 | Egypt | 50 | $33,500 | $68,800 | — | 10.0% | 33.3% |
| 72401 | Jonesboro | 42,065 | $43,412 | $185,400 | $897 | 7.9% | 32.6% |
| 72404 | Jonesboro | 29,722 | $67,000 | $236,300 | $938 | 5.9% | 46.5% |
| 72405 | Jonesboro | 18,238 | $84,722 | $240,300 | $1,009 | 3.0% | 49.1% |
| 72437 | Lake City | 3,386 | $58,177 | $141,400 | $827 | 6.2% | 34.1% |
| 72447 | Monette | 1,987 | $58,462 | $114,800 | $569 | 6.6% | 24.2% |