ZIP Code 72379, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72379 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72379 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Desha County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 34. The land area covers 52.62 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | ±46 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | Suppressed | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 34 | ±46 | 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 | 65 | ±53 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 34 | ±46 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 31 | ±35 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | Data unavailable | — |
| Poverty Rate | 100% | ±0% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 34 | ±46 |
| Civilian Labor Force, Unemployed | 0 | ±13 |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 0 | ±13 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
|
COUNTY OF DESHA
GUS Population: 10,321 (2024)
ID: 160860
|
County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE
PO BOX 188, ARKANSAS CITY AR 71630-0188
|
Education
Listing 1 local institution (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | ROSEDALE, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
ROSEDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 14.9 mi away | 702 FRONT STREET, ROSEDALE, MS, 38769 |
(662) 759-6332
|
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DR. ROBERT T. HOLLINGSWORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 17.2 mi away | OLD HIGHWAY 61 NORTH, SHELBY, MS, 38774 |
(662) 398-7748
|
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CLEON COLLIER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
|
Library | 19.2 mi away | 211 W MAIN STREET, GILLETT, AR, 72055 |
(870) 548-2821
|
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ELAINE PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 20.0 mi away | 126 MAIN STREET, ELAINE, AR, 72333 |
(870) 827-6628
|
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DEWITT PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 22.8 mi away | 205 WEST MAXWELL STREET, DEWITT, AR, 72042 |
(870) 946-1151
|
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THELMA RAYNER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
|
Library | 24.5 mi away | 201 FRONT STREET, MERIGOLD, MS, 38759 |
(662) 748-2105
|
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 ARKANSAS POST, AR US, located 17.2 miles from ZCTA5 72379. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.7° | 34.9° | 43.3° | 4.75" | 0.7" |
| February | 56.8° | 38.6° | 47.7° | 5.16" | 0.3" |
| March | 65.2° | 45.9° | 55.5° | 5.48" | 0.4" |
| April | 73.3° | 54.3° | 63.8° | 5.82" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.5° | 62.9° | 71.7° | 5.04" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.1° | 70.4° | 78.8° | 3.30" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.0° | 73.3° | 81.6° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.5° | 72.0° | 80.8° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.5° | 65.7° | 75.1° | 2.63" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.6° | 54.7° | 64.6° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.3° | 44.7° | 53.5° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.9° | 37.5° | 45.7° | 5.98" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gunnison town | Town | 10.5 mi | — |
| Mellwood CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
| Rosedale city | City | 14.4 mi | — |
| Rena Lara CDP | CDP | 16.9 mi | — |
| Watson city | City | 17.0 mi | — |
| Duncan town | Town | 17.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72379. • 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.