ZIP Code 72342, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72342 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72342 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Phillips County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,070. The land area covers 108.55 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,070 | ±453 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47 yrs | ±6.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,644 | ±220 | 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 | 2,480 | ±236 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,644 | ±220 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 836 | ±164 |
| Median Home Value | $97,200 | ±$8,518 |
| Median Gross Rent | $704 | ±$122 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $36,905 | ±$15,371 |
| Per Capita Income | $20,836 | ±$2,934 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.6% | ±5.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,052 | ±259 |
| Unemployment Rate | 18.1% | ±7.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,227 | ±283 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.6% | ±10.3% |
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 PHILLIPS
GUS Population: 14,661 (2024)
ID: 160876
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE
620 CHERRY ST, SUITE 208, HELENA AR 72342
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LEXA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | LEXA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | WEST HELENA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DUNDEE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | FRIARS POINT, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | HELENA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | JONESTOWN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WEST HELENA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HELENA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | HELENA, AR |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
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College | 7.6 mi away | 1000 Campus Drive, Helena, AR, 72342-0785 |
8703386474
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PHILLIPS LEE MONROE REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 702 PORTER STREET, HELENA, AR, 72342 |
(870) 338-7732
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Coahoma Community College
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College | 14.1 mi away | 3240 Friars Point Rd, Clarksdale, MS, 38614 |
6626272571
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ELAINE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 126 MAIN STREET, ELAINE, AR, 72333 |
(870) 827-6628
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MARVELL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 806 CARRUTH STREET, MARVELL, AR, 72366 |
(870) 829-3183
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CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY OF CLARKSDALE AND COAHOMA COUNTY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 114 DELTA AVENUE, CLARKSDALE, MS, 38614 |
(662) 624-4461
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ROBERT C. IRWIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 1285 KENNY HILL AVENUE, TUNICA, MS, 38676 |
(662) 363-2162
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LEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.5 mi away | 77 WEST MAIN STREET, MARIANNA, AR, 72360 |
(870) 295-2688
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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 HELENA, AR US, located 6.8 miles from ZCTA5 72342. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.3° | 32.2° | 40.7° | 4.63" | 0.2" |
| February | 54.3° | 34.7° | 44.5° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| March | 63.1° | 43.1° | 53.1° | 5.03" | 0.0" |
| April | 72.6° | 52.0° | 62.3° | 5.66" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.9° | 61.5° | 71.2° | 4.89" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.1° | 69.6° | 78.9° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.4° | 72.7° | 81.6° | 3.41" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.1° | 71.7° | 80.9° | 2.80" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.9° | 64.9° | 74.9° | 2.63" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.4° | 52.5° | 63.5° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| November | 61.5° | 42.1° | 51.8° | 4.43" | 0.0" |
| December | 52.3° | 34.7° | 43.5° | 5.12" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friars Point town | Town | 5.4 mi | — |
| Helena-West Helena city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Oneida CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Lake View city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Coahoma town | Town | 9.6 mi | — |
| Lula town | Town | 10.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72342. • 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.