ZIP Code 72462, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72462 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72462 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Randolph County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 298. The land area covers 3.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 298 | ±133 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30 yrs | ±26.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 154 | ±64 | 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 | 200 | ±69 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 154 | ±64 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 46 | ±24 |
| Median Home Value | $86,700 | ±$21,049 |
| Median Gross Rent | $658 | ±$254 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,452 | ±$9,320 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,354 | ±$8,593 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 32 | ±20 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.7% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 142 | ±75 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.4% | ±19.6% |
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 RANDOLPH
GUS Population: 19,040 (2024)
ID: 122835
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
107 W BROADWAY ST, STE G, POCAHONTAS AR 72455-3412
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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 | POCAHONTAS, AR | |
| 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 | PK-06 | NAYLOR, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | NEELYVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | NEELYVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Naylor, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | CORNING, 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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Black River Technical College
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College | 14.9 mi away | 1410 Hwy 304 East, Pocahontas, AR, 72455 |
8702484000
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CORNING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 613 PINE STREET, CORNING, AR, 72422 |
(870) 857-3453
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Williams Baptist University
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College | 20.8 mi away | 60 W Fulbright Avenue, Walnut Ridge, AR, 72476 |
8708866741
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RANDOLPH COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 111 WEST EVERETT ST., POCAHONTAS, AR, 72455 |
(870) 892-5617
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Crowley's Ridge College
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College | 24.4 mi away | 100 College Dr, Paragould, AR, 72450 |
8702366901
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NAYLOR LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 105 KELSEY, NAYLOR, MO, 63953 |
(573) 399-2225
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DONIPHAN-RIPLEY COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 207 LOCUST ST, DONIPHAN, MO, 63935 |
(573) 996-2616
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LAWRENCE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.7 mi away | 115 WEST WALNUT ST., WALNUT RIDGE, AR, 72476 |
(870) 886-3222
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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 9.9 miles from ZCTA5 72462. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Datto town | Town | 1.7 mi | — |
| Reyno city | City | 2.0 mi | — |
| Biggers town | Town | 4.6 mi | — |
| Success town | Town | 5.0 mi | — |
| Maynard town | Town | 8.3 mi | — |
| Peach Orchard city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72462. • 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.