ZIP Code 72120, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72120 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72120 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Faulkner County / Pulaski County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 34,365. The land area covers 54.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34,365 | ±1,528 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.6 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,717 | ±850 | 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 | 15,627 | ±868 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,717 | ±850 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 910 | ±276 |
| Median Home Value | $200,400 | ±$12,216 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,094 | ±$79 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $76,598 | ±$4,959 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,187 | ±$2,829 |
| Poverty Rate | 9% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,068 | ±729 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,868 | ±1,130 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.9% | ±7% |
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 FAULKNER
GUS Population: 131,611 (2024)
ID: 160861
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
801 LOCUST ST, CONWAY AR 72034-5330
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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 | |
| 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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LITTLE ROCK, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | 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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The Salon Professional Academy
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College Vocational | 3.8 mi away | 13125 HWY 107, Sherwood, AR, 72120 |
5017532400
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AMY SANDERS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 10200 JOHNSON DRIVE, SHERWOOD, AR, 72120 |
(501) 835-7756
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Arkansas Welding Academy
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College Vocational | 5.9 mi away | 1920 North Redmond Road, Jacksonville, AR, 72076 |
5019829353
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ESTHER D. NIXON LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 308 WEST MAIN ST., JACKSONVILLE, AR, 72076 |
(501) 457-5038
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Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock
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College Vocational | 7.8 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 | 8.6 mi away | 2801 ORANGE STREET, NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR, 72114 |
(501) 758-1720
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Arthur's Beauty College
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College Vocational | 7.9 mi away | 2600 John Harden Drive, Jacksonville, AR, 72076 |
5019828987
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NORTH LITTLE ROCK ROVER BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 2801 ORANGE STREET, NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR, 72114 |
(501) 758-1720
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University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College
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College | 8.9 mi away | 3000 W Scenic Dr, North Little Rock, AR, 72118-3347 |
5018122200
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MAUMELLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 10 LAKEPOINTE DRIVE, MAUMELLE, AR, 72113 |
(501) 851-2551
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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 4.7 miles from ZCTA5 72120. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gibson CDP | CDP | 0.0 mi | — |
| Sherwood city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Jacksonville city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| McAlmont CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| North Little Rock city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Maumelle city | City | 9.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72120. • 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.