ZIP Code 72566, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72566 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72566 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Izard County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 656. The land area covers 40.98 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 656 | ±196 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41 yrs | ±15.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 194 | ±84 | 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 | 306 | ±114 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 194 | ±84 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 112 | ±77 |
| Median Home Value | $67,200 | ±$41,888 |
| Median Gross Rent | $883 | ±$562 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,609 | ±$6,309 |
| Per Capita Income | $22,615 | ±$6,232 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.1% | ±15.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 119 | ±108 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±6.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 299 | ±116 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 98.5% | ±3.6% |
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 IZARD
GUS Population: 14,291 (2024)
ID: 160864
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
80 E MAIN ST, MELBOURNE AR 72556-5500
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | CALICO ROCK, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CALICO ROCK, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | BROCKWELL, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | VIOLET HILL, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROCKWELL, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MELBOURNE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MELBOURNE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | NORFORK, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | NORFORK, AR | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | MELBOURNE, 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
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College | 14.2 mi away | 218 College Dr, Melbourne, AR, 72556-0010 |
8703682300
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CALICO ROCK BRANCH
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 301 2ND STREET, CALICO ROCK, AR, 72519 |
(870) 297-3785
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Arkansas State University-Mountain Home
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College | 19.7 mi away | 1600 South College Street, Mountain Home, AR, 72653 |
8705086100
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FULTON COUNTY LIBRARY-VIOLA
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 199 HWY 223, VIOLA, AR, 72583 |
(870) 458-3070
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MELBOURNE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 1007 E. MAIN STREET, MELBOURNE, AR, 72556 |
(870) 368-7467
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HORSESHOE BEND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 9 CLUB ROAD, HORSESHOE BEND, AR, 72512 |
(870) 670-4318
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FULTON COUNTY LIBRARY- SALEM
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 131 SOUTH PICKREN STREET, SALEM, AR, 72576 |
(870) 895-2014
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BAXTER COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 300 LIBRARY HILL, MOUNTAIN HOME, AR, 72653 |
(870) 580-0987
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BESSIE BOEHM MOORE STONE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 23.6 mi away | 326 WEST WASHINGTON STREET, MOUNTAIN VIEW, AR, 72560 |
(870) 269-3100
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WHITE RIVER REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 23.7 mi away | 503 WEST MAIN STREET, SUITE 3, MOUNTAIN VIEW, AR, 72560 |
(870) 269-4682
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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 CALICO ROCK 2 WSW, AR US, located 8.8 miles from ZCTA5 72566. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.1° | 24.7° | 35.4° | 3.35" | 2.0" |
| February | 50.8° | 27.1° | 38.9° | 3.27" | 1.9" |
| March | 59.9° | 34.6° | 47.3° | 4.75" | 1.7" |
| April | 69.5° | 43.3° | 56.4° | 5.47" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.8° | 53.7° | 64.8° | 5.13" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.8° | 61.6° | 72.7° | 3.61" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.6° | 65.3° | 76.5° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.5° | 64.2° | 75.8° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.8° | 56.5° | 68.7° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.9° | 45.3° | 58.1° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.7° | 35.0° | 46.8° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| December | 48.5° | 27.9° | 38.2° | 3.93" | 1.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pineville town | Town | 4.0 mi | — |
| Calico Rock city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Oxford city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Norfork city | City | 11.9 mi | — |
| Salesville city | City | 12.1 mi | — |
| Briarcliff city | City | 12.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72566. • 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.