ZIP Code 72634, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72634 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72634 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Marion County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,977. The land area covers 100.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,977 | ±428 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.7 yrs | ±3.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,273 | ±201 | 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 | 2,710 | ±225 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,273 | ±201 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 437 | ±149 |
| Median Home Value | $163,700 | ±$14,139 |
| Median Gross Rent | $780 | ±$39 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,015 | ±$1,548 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,846 | ±$2,619 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 674 | ±208 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,950 | ±270 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.6% | ±3.1% |
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 MARION
GUS Population: 17,593 (2024)
ID: 122831
|
County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
PO BOX 545, YELLVILLE AR 72687-0545
|
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | COTTER, AR | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | MOUNTAIN HOME, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | COTTER, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | FLIPPIN, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FLIPPIN, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | FLIPPIN, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | MOUNTAIN HOME, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | MOUNTAIN HOME, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | MOUNTAIN HOME, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | MOUNTAIN HOME, AR |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 4 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home
|
College | 10.8 mi away | 1600 South College Street, Mountain Home, AR, 72653 |
8705086100
|
|
MARION COUNTY LIBRARY
|
Library | 7.3 mi away | 308 OLD MAIN, YELLVILLE, AR, 72687 |
(870) 449-6015
|
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BAXTER COUNTY LIBRARY
|
Library | 10.7 mi away | 300 LIBRARY HILL, MOUNTAIN HOME, AR, 72653 |
(870) 580-0987
|
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JIM G. FERGUSON SEARCY COUNTY LIBRARY
|
Library | 23.6 mi away | 202 EAST MAIN STREET, MARSHALL, AR, 72650 |
(870) 448-2420
|
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 MOUNTAIN HOME BAXTER AP, AR US, located 9.9 miles from ZCTA5 72634. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.4° | 27.5° | 37.0° | 2.87" | — |
| February | 51.7° | 30.7° | 41.2° | 2.36" | — |
| March | 60.9° | 38.7° | 49.8° | 3.63" | — |
| April | 70.9° | 47.5° | 59.2° | 4.68" | — |
| May | 77.4° | 56.6° | 67.0° | 4.48" | — |
| June | 85.4° | 64.9° | 75.1° | 3.52" | — |
| July | 89.7° | 69.1° | 79.4° | 3.63" | — |
| August | 89.3° | 67.5° | 78.4° | 3.42" | — |
| September | 82.0° | 59.5° | 70.7° | 2.66" | — |
| October | 71.2° | 48.4° | 59.8° | 3.41" | — |
| November | 58.9° | 38.3° | 48.6° | 3.67" | — |
| December | 48.7° | 30.5° | 39.6° | 2.86" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flippin city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Cotter city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Gassville city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Yellville city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Summit city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Buffalo City CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72634. • 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.