ZIP Code 72426, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72426 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72426 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mississippi County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 168. The land area covers 0.39 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | ±55 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.2 yrs | ±20 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 81 | ±27 | 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 | 87 | ±29 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 81 | ±27 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 6 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | $166,300 | ±$43,408 |
| Median Gross Rent | $518 | ±$59 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,125 | ±$59,121 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,098 | ±$14,743 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% | ±7.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 13 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 72 | ±33 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.1% | ±14.4% |
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: 38,095 (2024)
ID: 160873
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
200 W WALNUT ST, STE 103, BLYTHEVILLE AR 72315-2831
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | BURDETTE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BLYTHEVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BLYTHEVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06 | BLYTHEVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | BLYTHEVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BLYTHEVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | BLYTHEVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | BLYTHEVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LEACHVILLE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-04 | OSCEOLA, 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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Arkansas Northeastern College
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College | 7.4 mi away | 2501 S Division, Blytheville, AR, 72316-1109 |
87076210201114
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MANILA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 103 NORTH DEWEY STREET, MANILA, AR, 72442 |
(870) 561-3525
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MISSISSIPPI COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 200 NORTH FIFTH STREET, BLYTHEVILLE, AR, 72315 |
(870) 762-2431
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OSCEOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 320 WEST HALE AVENUE, OSCEOLA, AR, 72370 |
(870) 563-2721
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KEISER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 112 EAST MAIN STREET, KEISER, AR, 72351 |
(870) 526-2073
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LEACHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 105 SOUTH MAIN STREET, LEACHVILLE, AR, 72438 |
(870) 539-6485
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HORNERSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 502 SCHOOL ST, HORNERSVILLE, MO, 63855 |
(573) 737-2728
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KOHN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 103 S EDMONDS ST, MONETTE, AR, 72447 |
(870) 486-2512
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CARAWAY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 102B E. STATE ST., CARAWAY, AR, 72419 |
(870) 482-3394
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CARDWELL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 110 N MAIN ST, CARDWELL, MO, 63829 |
(573) 654-3366
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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 BLYTHEVILLE, AR US, located 9.0 miles from ZCTA5 72426. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.3° | 29.8° | 37.5° | 3.85" | 0.8" |
| February | 50.5° | 33.5° | 42.0° | 4.13" | 1.7" |
| March | 59.6° | 41.6° | 50.6° | 4.81" | 0.2" |
| April | 70.6° | 51.4° | 61.0° | 5.40" | 0.0" |
| May | 79.7° | 61.3° | 70.5° | 5.90" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.0° | 69.7° | 78.8° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.1° | 72.5° | 81.3° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.0° | 70.8° | 79.9° | 3.55" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.4° | 63.5° | 73.4° | 2.76" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.5° | 51.9° | 62.2° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| November | 59.1° | 41.4° | 50.2° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| December | 48.9° | 33.5° | 41.2° | 5.07" | 0.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dell town | Town | 0.4 mi | — |
| Burdette town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
| Victoria town | Town | 6.9 mi | — |
| Manila city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Gosnell city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Luxora city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72426. • 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.