ZIP Code 72543, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72543 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72543 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cleburne County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,350. The land area covers 113.68 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,350 | ±635 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.7 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,259 | ±292 | 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 | 7,153 | ±295 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,259 | ±292 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,894 | ±266 |
| Median Home Value | $187,800 | ±$16,614 |
| Median Gross Rent | $849 | ±$48 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,722 | ±$7,313 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,922 | ±$5,893 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,637 | ±460 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.1% | ±3.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,495 | ±405 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83% | ±3.9% |
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 CLEBURNE
GUS Population: 25,646 (2024)
ID: 100336
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY TREASURER
301 W MAIN ST, HEBER SPRINGS AR 72543
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | SEARCY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | CONCORD, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CONCORD, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HEBER SPRINGS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | HEBER SPRINGS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HEBER SPRINGS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | SEARCY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FLORAL, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | PANGBURN, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | PANGBURN, 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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Harding University
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College | 21.2 mi away | 915 E. Market Ave., Searcy, AR, 72149-5615 |
5012794000
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MARY I. WOLD CLEBURNE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 1009 WEST MAIN STREET, HEBER SPRINGS, AR, 72543 |
(501) 362-2477
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Searcy Beauty College
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College Vocational | 21.3 mi away | 1004 S Main St, Searcy, AR, 72143 |
5012686300
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PANGBURN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 914 MAIN STREET, PANGBURN, AR, 72121 |
(501) 728-4612
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ROSE BUD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 548A HWY. 5, ROSE BUD, AR, 72137 |
(501) 556-4447
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CLEBURNE COUNTY LIBRARY-GREERS FERRY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 8249 EDGEMONT ROAD, SUITE 9, GREERS FERRY, AR, 72067 |
(501) 825-8677
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CLEBURNE COUNTY LIBRARY- QUITMAN
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 5904 HEBER SPRINGS ROAD WEST, QUITMAN, AR, 72131 |
(501) 589-2332
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FAULKNER-VAN BUREN REGIONAL LIBRARY, MOUNT VERNON
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 1370 HIGHWAY 36, MOUNT VERNON, AR, 72111 |
(501) 849-3080
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FAIRFIELD BAY LIBRARY, INCORPORATED
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 369 DAVE CREEK PARKWAY, FAIRFIELD BAY, AR, 72088 | — |
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JANET & LARRY CRAIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 1609 WEST BEEBE CAPPS EXPRESSWAY, SEARCY, AR, 72143 |
(501) 279-2870
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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 GREERS FERRY DAM, AR US, located 4.2 miles from ZCTA5 72543. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.4° | 27.7° | 38.1° | 3.79" | 0.6" |
| February | 53.5° | 30.9° | 42.2° | 3.84" | 0.6" |
| March | 61.8° | 38.5° | 50.2° | 4.94" | 0.7" |
| April | 71.6° | 47.4° | 59.5° | 5.35" | 0.0" |
| May | 79.2° | 56.7° | 67.9° | 5.69" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.6° | 65.5° | 76.1° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.9° | 69.5° | 80.2° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.6° | 68.0° | 79.3° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.0° | 60.8° | 72.4° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.2° | 49.2° | 61.2° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| November | 60.8° | 39.1° | 50.0° | 5.09" | 0.0" |
| December | 51.0° | 31.1° | 41.0° | 4.92" | 0.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heber Springs city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Tumbling Shoals CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Wilburn CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Pangburn city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Rose Bud town | Town | 10.5 mi | — |
| Letona town | Town | 11.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72543. • 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.