ZIP Code 72843, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72843 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72843 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Pope County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,984. The land area covers 156.50 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,984 | ±471 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.6 yrs | ±9.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 750 | ±162 | 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 | 792 | ±165 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 750 | ±162 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 42 | ±29 |
| Median Home Value | $120,300 | ±$35,663 |
| Median Gross Rent | $850 | ±$793 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,805 | ±$22,415 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,596 | ±$4,461 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 250 | ±133 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 688 | ±194 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.1% | ±11.8% |
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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GUS Population: 64,829 (2024)
ID: 122834
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JUDGE
100 W MAIN ST, RUSSELLVILLE AR 72801-3723
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Education
Listing 6 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | DOVER, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | DOVER, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | DOVER, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | HECTOR, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | HECTOR, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | HECTOR, AR |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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River Valley School of Massage
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College Vocational | 23.6 mi away | 2003 East Parkway Drive, Russellville, AR, 72802 |
4798907876
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HECTOR BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 11600 HIGHWAY 27 NORTH, HECTOR, AR, 72843 |
(479) 284-0907
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Arkansas Tech University
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College | 23.6 mi away | 305 West Q Street, Russellville, AR, 72801 |
4799680237
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DOVER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 80 LIBRARY ROAD, DOVER, AR, 72837 |
(479) 331-2173
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Arkansas Beauty College
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College Vocational | 24.6 mi away | 109 N Commerce St, Russellville, AR, 72801 |
4799683075
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ATKINS BRANCH CENTENNIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 215 NORTH EAST FIRST STREET, ATKINS, AR, 72823 |
(479) 641-7904
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 24.7 mi away | 116 EAST THIRD STREET, RUSSELLVILLE, AR, 72801 |
(479) 968-4368
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POPE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 24.7 mi away | 116 EAST THIRD STREET, RUSSELLVILLE, AR, 72801 |
(479) 968-4368
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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 DENNARD 10 WSW, AR US, located 15.2 miles from ZCTA5 72843. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.8° | 24.1° | 34.0° | 3.94" | — |
| February | 49.0° | 26.4° | 37.7° | 3.96" | — |
| March | 57.8° | 35.8° | 46.8° | 6.06" | — |
| April | 66.1° | 44.9° | 55.5° | 6.13" | — |
| May | 72.6° | 54.2° | 63.4° | 5.76" | — |
| June | 81.6° | 63.8° | 72.7° | 4.38" | — |
| July | 86.8° | 66.7° | 76.8° | 4.62" | — |
| August | 87.1° | 66.3° | 76.7° | 4.29" | — |
| September | 79.6° | 58.2° | 68.9° | 3.93" | — |
| October | 67.7° | 47.4° | 57.6° | 4.25" | — |
| November | 57.9° | 37.6° | 47.8° | 5.25" | — |
| December | 47.6° | 29.0° | 38.3° | 4.63" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hector town | Town | 9.1 mi | — |
| Appleton CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
| Jerusalem CDP | CDP | 12.7 mi | — |
| Witts Springs CDP | CDP | 13.2 mi | — |
| Oak Grove CDP | CDP | 15.2 mi | — |
| Dover city | City | 17.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72843. • 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.