ZIP Code 72116, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72116 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72116 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Pulaski County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 22,464. The land area covers 6.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,464 | ±1,415 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.9 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,830 | ±659 | 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 | 11,187 | ±680 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,830 | ±659 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 357 | ±171 |
| Median Home Value | $232,600 | ±$10,634 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,112 | ±$40 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,010 | ±$7,413 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,883 | ±$3,297 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,679 | ±493 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,410 | ±917 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.8% | ±1.6% |
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: 401,209 (2024)
ID: 160880
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMPTROLLER
201 BROADWAY ST, RM 440, LITTLE ROCK AR 72201-2325
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | LITTLE ROCK, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | JACKSONVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ALEXANDER, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-11 | LITTLE ROCK, AR | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-06 | LITTLE ROCK, AR | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 07-12 | LITTLE ROCK, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | LITTLE ROCK, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LITTLE ROCK, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | LITTLE ROCK, 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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Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock
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College Vocational | 1.5 mi away | 4201 E McCain Blvd, North Little Rock, AR, 72117 |
5018011833
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NORTH LITTLE ROCK PUBLIC LIBRARY - WILLIAM F. LAMAN PUBLIC L
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 2801 ORANGE STREET, NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR, 72114 |
(501) 758-1720
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New Tyler Barber College Inc
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College Vocational | 2.8 mi away | 1221 E 7th St, North Little Rock, AR, 72114-4973 |
5013750377
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NORTH LITTLE ROCK ROVER BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 2801 ORANGE STREET, NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR, 72114 |
(501) 758-1720
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Shorter College
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College | 3.0 mi away | 604 Locust St, N Little Rock, AR, 72114 |
5013746305100
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ARGENTA BRANCH
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 420 MAIN STREET, NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR, 72114 |
(501) 687-1061
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Jackson Theological Seminary
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College | 3.0 mi away | 520 Locust Street, North Little Rock, AR, 72114-0000 |
5014928395
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AMY SANDERS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 10200 JOHNSON DRIVE, SHERWOOD, AR, 72120 |
(501) 835-7756
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University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College
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College | 3.3 mi away | 3000 W Scenic Dr, North Little Rock, AR, 72118-3347 |
5018122200
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CENTRAL ARKANSAS LIBRARY SYSTEM - MAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 100 ROCK STREET, LITTLE ROCK, AR, 72201 |
(501) 918-3000
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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 LITTLE ROCK, AR US, located 2.7 miles from ZCTA5 72116. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.9° | 32.2° | 40.6° | 3.54" | 1.0" |
| February | 53.7° | 35.8° | 44.7° | 3.90" | 1.7" |
| March | 62.5° | 43.5° | 53.0° | 5.13" | 0.4" |
| April | 71.6° | 51.9° | 61.7° | 5.54" | 0.0" |
| May | 79.3° | 60.7° | 70.0° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.2° | 68.7° | 78.0° | 3.40" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.0° | 71.9° | 81.4° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.7° | 70.8° | 80.8° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.9° | 63.9° | 73.9° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.9° | 52.9° | 62.9° | 4.62" | 0.0" |
| November | 60.4° | 42.3° | 51.3° | 4.69" | 0.1" |
| December | 51.2° | 35.2° | 43.2° | 5.10" | 0.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Little Rock city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| McAlmont CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Sherwood city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Cammack Village city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| College Station CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Gibson CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72116. • 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.