Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 16.5% ▲ 65% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.0% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 688 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,353 (35.1%) |
| Some College | 5,329 (14%) |
| Associates | 5,697 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 2,980 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,943 (26.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,796 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $162,723 ▼ 42% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $868/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 27,797 |
| Vacant Units | 3,169 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pope County is located in Arkansas and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 65,449 residents. With a median age of 36.56, it is a relatively young county.
Pope County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,796 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Pope County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $162,723 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $867. Homeownership rates are high at 71.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pope County are primarily White (81.46%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Pope County, AR is a working-class area in Arkansas. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72823 | Atkins | 5,980 | $66,711 | $140,900 | $894 | 2.5% | 26.9% |
| 72837 | Dover | 8,498 | $47,250 | $124,500 | $847 | 4.2% | 26.6% |
| 72843 | Hector | 2,258 | $60,476 | $114,900 | $958 | 2.7% | 24.8% |
| 72847 | London | 3,256 | $58,363 | $128,800 | $833 | 4.0% | 23.8% |
| 72856 | Pelsor | 498 | $70,662 | $218,900 | — | 0.0% | 12.4% |
| 72858 | Pottsville | 2,917 | $67,244 | $176,700 | $884 | 4.3% | 35.5% |
| 72801 | Russellville | 18,823 | $42,363 | $153,900 | $837 | 4.0% | 33.8% |
| 72802 | Russellville | 23,104 | $61,664 | $196,100 | $887 | 6.1% | 41.3% |
| 72679 | Tilly | 115 | $51,181 | — | — | 0.0% | 24.4% |