ZIP Code 72956, Arkansas
ZIP Code 72956 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 72956 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Crawford County, Arkansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 34,546. The land area covers 103.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34,546 | ±1,005 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.5 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,475 | ±515 | 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 | 14,574 | ±473 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,475 | ±515 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,099 | ±267 |
| Median Home Value | $184,100 | ±$17,003 |
| Median Gross Rent | $853 | ±$26 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,988 | ±$3,371 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,291 | ±$1,949 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,561 | ±808 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,187 | ±731 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90% | ±2.2% |
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: 62,258 (2024)
ID: 100337
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE ADMINSTRATIVE ASSISTANT
300 MAIN ST, STE 4, VAN BUREN AR 72956-5765
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALMA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | ALMA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ALMA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | ALMA, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Arkoma, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Arkoma, OK | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FORT SMITH, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BARLING, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FORT SMITH, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Muldrow, OK |
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-Fort Smith
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College | 6.0 mi away | 5210 Grand Ave, Fort Smith, AR, 72913-3649 |
4797887000
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CRAWFORD COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 1409 MAIN ST., VAN BUREN, AR, 72956 |
(479) 471-3226
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Academy of Salon and Spa
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College Vocational | 7.2 mi away | 311 S 16th St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901 |
4797825059
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VAN BUREN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 1409 MAIN ST., VAN BUREN, AR, 72956 |
(479) 474-6045
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Designer Barber & Stylist School
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College Vocational | 7.2 mi away | 4803 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR, 72903-3753 |
4794788388
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WINDSOR DRIVE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 4701 WINDSOR DRIVE, FORT SMITH, AR, 72904 |
(479) 785-0405
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Arkansas Colleges of Health Education
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College | 10.6 mi away | 7000 Chad Colley Blvd., Fort Smith, AR, 72916-0366 |
4793082243
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FORT SMITH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 3201 ROGERS AVENUE, FORT SMITH, AR, 72903 |
(479) 783-0229
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ALMA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 624 FAYETTEVILLE AVENUE, ALMA, AR, 72921 |
(479) 632-4140
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CEDARVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 737 PIRATE`S WAY, CEDARVILLE, AR, 72932 |
(479) 410-1853
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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 FT SMITH RGNL AP, AR US, located 9.4 miles from ZCTA5 72956. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.3° | 29.6° | 40.4° | 2.91" | 1.4" |
| February | 56.6° | 33.4° | 45.0° | 2.69" | 0.6" |
| March | 65.6° | 41.5° | 53.5° | 3.90" | 0.3" |
| April | 74.5° | 49.8° | 62.1° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.4° | 59.5° | 70.4° | 5.63" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.4° | 68.3° | 78.8° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| July | 94.1° | 72.1° | 83.1° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.7° | 70.9° | 82.3° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.5° | 63.1° | 74.8° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| October | 75.9° | 51.0° | 63.5° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.4° | 40.0° | 51.7° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.3° | 32.3° | 42.8° | 3.48" | 0.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Buren city | City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Dora CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Kibler city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Rudy town | Town | 7.3 mi | — |
| Moffett town | Town | 7.5 mi | — |
| Alma city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 72956. • 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.