ZIP Code 72453, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72453 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72453 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Clay County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 175. The land area covers 37.97 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | ±78 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.5 yrs | ±22.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 92 | ±45 | 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 | 161 | ±48 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 92 | ±45 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 69 | ±46 |
| Median Home Value | $115,300 | ±$28,907 |
| 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 | $40,361 | ±$18,455 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.6% | ±17.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 36 | ±35 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±14.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 92 | ±49 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 70.7% | ±18.4% |
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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COUNTY OF CLAY
GUS Population: 14,112 (2024)
ID: 189596
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSIST
PO BOX 385, PIGGOTT AR 72454-0385
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CORNING, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | CORNING, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MAYNARD, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MAYNARD, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-04 | PARAGOULD, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | PARAGOULD, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | CORNING, 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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Black River Technical College
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College | 16.5 mi away | 1410 Hwy 304 East, Pocahontas, AR, 72455 |
8702484000
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CORNING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 613 PINE STREET, CORNING, AR, 72422 |
(870) 857-3453
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Crowley's Ridge College
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College | 17.3 mi away | 100 College Dr, Paragould, AR, 72450 |
8702366901
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RANDOLPH COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 111 WEST EVERETT ST., POCAHONTAS, AR, 72455 |
(870) 892-5617
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Williams Baptist University
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College | 19.7 mi away | 60 W Fulbright Avenue, Walnut Ridge, AR, 72476 |
8708866741
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NAYLOR LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 105 KELSEY, NAYLOR, MO, 63953 |
(573) 399-2225
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GREENE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 120 NORTH 12TH STREET, PARAGOULD, AR, 72450 |
(870) 236-8711
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RECTOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.0 mi away | 121 W. 4TH STREET, RECTOR, AR, 72461 |
(870) 595-2410
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LAWRENCE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 23.0 mi away | 115 WEST WALNUT ST., WALNUT RIDGE, AR, 72476 |
(870) 886-3222
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DONIPHAN-RIPLEY COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 207 LOCUST ST, DONIPHAN, MO, 63935 |
(573) 996-2616
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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 CORNING, AR US, located 9.0 miles from ZCTA5 72453. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.7° | 28.2° | 36.4° | 3.32" | 0.9" |
| February | 50.1° | 31.7° | 40.9° | 3.74" | 2.2" |
| March | 59.7° | 40.0° | 49.8° | 4.74" | 0.5" |
| April | 70.6° | 49.5° | 60.0° | 5.48" | 0.0" |
| May | 79.1° | 59.6° | 69.4° | 5.09" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.1° | 67.9° | 77.5° | 3.87" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.7° | 71.1° | 80.4° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.7° | 68.7° | 78.7° | 3.29" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.7° | 60.4° | 71.6° | 3.34" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.2° | 49.0° | 60.6° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.4° | 39.2° | 48.8° | 4.56" | 0.2" |
| December | 47.8° | 31.5° | 39.7° | 4.33" | 0.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peach Orchard city | City | 1.8 mi | — |
| Knobel city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Delaplaine town | Town | 6.2 mi | — |
| Reyno city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Datto town | Town | 6.9 mi | — |
| Biggers town | Town | 7.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72453. • 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.