ZIP Code 71826, Arkansas
ZIP Code 71826 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 71826 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lafayette County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 962. The land area covers 122.72 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 962 | ±241 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.7 yrs | ±6.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 429 | ±117 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 528 | ±126 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 429 | ±117 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 99 | ±45 |
| Median Home Value | $86,500 | ±$32,039 |
| Median Gross Rent | $414 | ±$211 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $42,708 | ±$23,268 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,039 | ±$5,211 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% | ±6.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 138 | ±75 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 370 | ±141 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 76% | ±12.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 6,015 (2024)
ID: 100341
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMN ASST TO COUNTY JUDGE
1 COURTHOUSE SQ, LEWISVILLE AR 71845-8801
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 05-12 | LEWISVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | BRADLEY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BRADLEY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Springhill, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Springhill, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FOUKE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FOUKE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Springhill, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | FOUKE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Plain Dealing, LA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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MEANS BRANCH
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 7016 E. MAGNOLIA LANE, IDA, LA, 71044 |
(318) 284-3416
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PLAIN DEALING BRANCH
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 208 EAST MARY LEE, PLAIN DEALING, LA, 71064 |
(318) 326-4233
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TAYLOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 101 WEST POPE, TAYLOR, AR, 71861 |
(870) 694-2051
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WILLIE & MARY MACK MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 1000 SOUTH ARKANSAS, SPRINGHILL, LA, 71075 |
(318) 539-4117
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HOSSTON BRANCH
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 15478 US HWY 71, HOSSTON, LA, 71043 |
(318) 287-3265
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RODESSA BRANCH
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 10093 MAIN STREET, RODESSA, LA, 71069 |
(318) 223-4336
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GILLIAM BRANCH
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 12797 MAIN STREET, GILLIAM, LA, 71029 |
(318) 956-4427
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LAFAYETTE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 219 E. THIRD STREET, LEWISVILLE, AR, 71845 |
(870) 921-4757
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SAREPTA BRANCH
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Library | 20.8 mi away | 24522 HIGHWAY 371, SAREPTA, LA, 71071 |
(318) 847-4992
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NORTH CADDO BRANCH
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 615 NORTH PINE, VIVIAN, LA, 71082 |
(318) 375-3975
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at LEWISVILLE, AR US, located 20.6 miles from ZCTA5 71826. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.1° | 33.2° | 44.2° | 4.38" | 0.7" |
| February | 59.8° | 36.1° | 47.9° | 4.79" | 0.8" |
| March | 67.8° | 43.2° | 55.5° | 4.90" | 0.2" |
| April | 75.7° | 50.6° | 63.1° | 4.93" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.2° | 60.0° | 71.1° | 4.96" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.4° | 68.0° | 78.7° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.0° | 71.0° | 82.0° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| August | 94.0° | 70.0° | 82.0° | 3.28" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.5° | 63.3° | 75.9° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.8° | 51.9° | 64.8° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.5° | 42.0° | 53.8° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.3° | 35.7° | 46.5° | 5.08" | 0.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley city | City | 3.9 mi | — |
| Ida village | Village | 11.9 mi | — |
| Plain Dealing town | Town | 12.9 mi | — |
| Fouke city | City | 15.0 mi | — |
| Taylor city | City | 15.1 mi | — |
| Springhill city | City | 16.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 71826. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.