Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
| Below Poverty | 28.3% ▲ 183% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.4% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 15.4% ▲ 214% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 147 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,164 (35.2%) |
| Some College | 1,104 (12.3%) |
| Associates | 1,771 (19.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,322 (14.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,483 (16.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $40,268 ▼ 47% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $78,946 ▼ 72% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $735/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,530 |
| Vacant Units | 2,254 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Phillips County is located in Arkansas and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 13 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 16,080 residents. With a median age of 39.67, it is a middle-aged county.
Phillips County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $40,267 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 15.4%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 28.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Phillips County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $78,946 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $734.
The residents of Phillips County are majority Black (61.64%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Phillips County, AR is a working-class area in Arkansas. The 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72333 | Elaine | 264 | $42,019 | $56,100 | $398 | 13.3% | 13.7% |
| 72342 | Helena | 3,971 | $39,191 | $99,000 | $655 | 15.3% | 28.2% |
| 72355 | Lexa | 1,935 | $53,015 | $85,300 | $922 | 5.3% | 43.2% |
| 72366 | Marvell | 1,637 | $50,188 | $66,400 | $691 | 19.3% | 18.3% |
| 72374 | Poplar Grove | 614 | $55,938 | $114,900 | — | 22.0% | 36.3% |
| 72389 | Wabash | 429 | $39,773 | $88,800 | $295 | 40.7% | 19.4% |
| 72390 | West Helena | 7,080 | $33,700 | $66,000 | $778 | 15.6% | 34.1% |