ZIP Code 72569, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72569 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72569 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Sharp County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 279. The land area covers 33.40 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | ±181 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.5 yrs | ±22.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 107 | ±56 | 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 | 235 | ±104 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 107 | ±56 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 128 | ±106 |
| Median Home Value | $207,000 | ±$60,022 |
| 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 | $58,365 | ±$44,551 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,503 | ±$10,155 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±7.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 165 | ±100 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.5% | ±22.3% |
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 SHARP
GUS Population: 18,130 (2024)
ID: 160884
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
PO BOX 97, ASH FLAT AR 72513-0097
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CAVE CITY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CAVE CITY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CAVE CITY, AR | |
| 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-06 | STRAWBERRY, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | STRAWBERRY, 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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University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
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College | 21.8 mi away | 2005 White Drive, Batesville, AR, 72503-3350 |
8706122000
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SHARP COUNTY LIBRARY-EVENING SHADE
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 227 WEST MAIN STREET, EVENING SHADE, AR, 72532 |
(870) 266-3873
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Lyon College
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College | 23.0 mi away | 2300 Highland Road, Batesville, AR, 72501 |
8703077000
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SHARP COUNTY LIBRARY-CAVE CITY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 133 SOUTH MAIN STREET, CAVE CITY, AR, 72521 |
(870) 283-6947
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Ozarka College
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College | 24.6 mi away | 218 College Dr, Melbourne, AR, 72556-0010 |
8703682300
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DRIFTWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 28S HWY 25, LYNN, AR, 72440 |
(870) 528-3506
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SHARP COUNTY LIBRARY-WILLIFORD
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 6301 HWY 63, WILLIFORD, AR, 72482 |
(870) 966-4227
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SHARP COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 201 CHURCH STREET, HARDY, AR, 72542 |
(870) 856-3934
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BOBBIE JEAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 102 HENDRIX ST., IMBODEN, AR, 72434 |
(870) 869-2093
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HORSESHOE BEND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 9 CLUB ROAD, HORSESHOE BEND, AR, 72512 |
(870) 670-4318
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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 EVENING SHADE 1 NNE, AR US, located 8.7 miles from ZCTA5 72569. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.4° | 24.0° | 34.7° | 3.53" | 1.8" |
| February | 50.6° | 27.1° | 38.8° | 3.69" | 2.6" |
| March | 59.8° | 35.6° | 47.7° | 4.88" | 1.4" |
| April | 69.8° | 44.6° | 57.2° | 5.54" | 0.1" |
| May | 76.9° | 54.2° | 65.5° | 5.59" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.1° | 63.0° | 74.0° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.2° | 66.6° | 77.9° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.5° | 64.9° | 76.7° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.7° | 56.7° | 69.2° | 3.35" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.3° | 44.2° | 57.8° | 4.06" | 0.1" |
| November | 58.3° | 34.4° | 46.4° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| December | 47.8° | 27.1° | 37.5° | 4.53" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smithville town | Town | 8.7 mi | — |
| Evening Shade city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
| Cave City city | City | 10.5 mi | — |
| Strawberry town | Town | 11.0 mi | — |
| Sidney town | Town | 12.4 mi | — |
| Lynn town | Town | 12.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72569. • 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.