ZIP Code 71836, Arkansas
ZIP Code 71836 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 71836 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Little River County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,166. The land area covers 176.84 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,166 | ±357 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs | ±5.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,249 | ±161 | 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 | 1,630 | ±140 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,249 | ±161 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 381 | ±142 |
| Median Home Value | $90,500 | ±$14,338 |
| Median Gross Rent | $715 | ±$237 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,271 | ±$6,918 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,672 | ±$2,445 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 251 | ±111 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.9% | ±4.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,216 | ±222 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 76.5% | ±10.5% |
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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COUNTY OF LITTLE RIVER
GUS Population: 11,626 (2024)
ID: 122830
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
351 N 2ND ST, STE 4, ASHDOWN AR 71822-2748
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ASHDOWN, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | DEKALB, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | DEKALB, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | FOREMAN, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Haworth, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Haworth, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Haworth, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | HOOKS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | DEKALB, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | FOREMAN, AR |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Texas A&M University-Texarkana
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College | 22.7 mi away | 7101 University Avenue, Texarkana, TX, 75503 |
9032233000
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FOREMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 216 SCHUMAN ST., FOREMAN, AR, 71836 |
(870) 542-7409
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Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas
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College | 22.9 mi away | 183 College Drive, De Queen, AR, 71832 |
8705844471
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WINTHROP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 720 HIGH ST., WINTHROP, AR, 71866 |
(870) 381-7580
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Cosmetology Academy of Texarkana
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College Vocational | 23.2 mi away | 4115 N Kings Hwy Suite 110, Texarkana, TX, 75503 |
9038380340
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ASHDOWN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 160 E. COMMERCE ST., ASHDOWN, AR, 71822 |
(870) 898-3233
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HORATIO GARNER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 108 MAIN STREET, HORATIO, AR, 71842 |
(870) 832-6882
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NEW BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 127 N ELLIS ST, NEW BOSTON, TX, 75570 |
(903) 628-5414
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LOCKESBURG BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 112 EAST MAIN, LOCKESBURG, AR, 71846 |
(870) 289-2233
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DE QUEEN LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 200 WEST STILLWELL, DE QUEEN, AR, 71832 |
(870) 584-4364
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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 ASHDOWN 4 SSE, AR US, located 18.1 miles from ZCTA5 71836. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.8° | 31.7° | 42.7° | 3.93" | 0.9" |
| February | 57.6° | 35.3° | 46.5° | 4.55" | 0.8" |
| March | 65.9° | 41.6° | 53.8° | 5.34" | 0.0" |
| April | 74.4° | 50.0° | 62.2° | 5.18" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.3° | 59.4° | 70.4° | 5.74" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.0° | 68.0° | 78.5° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.2° | 71.3° | 82.2° | 3.40" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.2° | 70.4° | 81.8° | 2.95" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.8° | 63.1° | 74.9° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| October | 76.0° | 52.7° | 64.3° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.3° | 41.2° | 52.3° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| December | 55.8° | 34.7° | 45.2° | 5.32" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foreman city | City | 0.5 mi | — |
| Alleene CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
| Winthrop city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Wilton city | City | 14.3 mi | — |
| Ashdown city | City | 15.6 mi | — |
| Horatio city | City | 16.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 71836. • 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.