ZIP Code 72513, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72513 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72513 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fulton County / Izard County / Sharp County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,888. The land area covers 98.81 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,888 | ±474 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.2 yrs | ±9.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,033 | ±182 | 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 | 1,207 | ±203 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,033 | ±182 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 174 | ±103 |
| Median Home Value | $98,100 | ±$23,918 |
| Median Gross Rent | $675 | ±$359 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $40,055 | ±$8,831 |
| Per Capita Income | $20,653 | ±$3,854 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.2% | ±10.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 709 | ±317 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 812 | ±276 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 72.6% | ±6.7% |
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 FULTON
GUS Population: 12,546 (2024)
ID: 122827
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE
PO BOX 278, SALEM AR 72576-0278
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | HARDY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | HARDY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | HARDY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | VIOLET HILL, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MELBOURNE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MELBOURNE, AR | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | MELBOURNE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | SALEM, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | SALEM, 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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Ozarka College
|
College | 18.6 mi away | 218 College Dr, Melbourne, AR, 72556-0010 |
8703682300
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HORSESHOE BEND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 9 CLUB ROAD, HORSESHOE BEND, AR, 72512 |
(870) 670-4318
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SHARP COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 201 CHURCH STREET, HARDY, AR, 72542 |
(870) 856-3934
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SHARP COUNTY LIBRARY-EVENING SHADE
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 227 WEST MAIN STREET, EVENING SHADE, AR, 72532 |
(870) 266-3873
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FULTON COUNTY LIBRARY- SALEM
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 131 SOUTH PICKREN STREET, SALEM, AR, 72576 |
(870) 895-2014
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SHARP COUNTY LIBRARY-WILLIFORD
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 6301 HWY 63, WILLIFORD, AR, 72482 |
(870) 966-4227
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MELBOURNE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 1007 E. MAIN STREET, MELBOURNE, AR, 72556 |
(870) 368-7467
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FULTON COUNTY LIBRARY- MAMMOTH SPRING
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 325 MAIN STREET, MAMMOTH SPRING, AR, 72554 |
(870) 625-3205
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SHARP COUNTY LIBRARY-CAVE CITY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 133 SOUTH MAIN STREET, CAVE CITY, AR, 72521 |
(870) 283-6947
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THAYER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 121 N 2ND ST, THAYER, MO, 65791 |
(417) 264-3091
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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 HARDY, AR US, located 8.5 miles from ZCTA5 72513. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.8° | 26.3° | 36.0° | 3.76" | 1.6" |
| February | 50.3° | 29.8° | 40.1° | 3.71" | 2.0" |
| March | 59.7° | 38.1° | 48.9° | 4.82" | 1.8" |
| April | 69.8° | 47.7° | 58.7° | 5.25" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.0° | 56.7° | 66.9° | 5.53" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.4° | 65.3° | 75.3° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.4° | 68.9° | 79.1° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.6° | 67.5° | 78.1° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.3° | 59.6° | 70.5° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.9° | 48.2° | 59.5° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.2° | 37.6° | 47.9° | 4.50" | 0.3" |
| December | 48.2° | 30.5° | 39.4° | 4.19" | 1.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Flat city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Horseshoe Bend city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Cherokee Village city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Highland city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Franklin town | Town | 7.9 mi | — |
| Hardy city | City | 11.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72513. • 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.