ZIP Code 72901 — Fort smith, AR

Sebastian | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 72901 in Fort smith, AR has a population of 19,819 with a median household income of $42,851 and a median home value of $118,100 . The cost of living index is 53.8 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
19,819
Median Age
35.60
Male
9,922
Female
9,897

Race & Ethnicity

White
59.8%
Black
9.3%
Hispanic
19.3%
Asian
3.1%
Native American
0.9%
Pacific Islander
0.2%
Two or More
16.0%
Other
10.7%

Income

Median Household
$42,851
Mean Household
$58,613
Per Capita
$26,107
Below Poverty
26.1%

Housing

Median Home Value
$118,100
Median Rent
$854
Total Units
10,266
Occupied
8,789
Owner Occupied
43.3%
Renter Occupied
56.7%
Median Year Built
1959
Vacant
1,477

Education

High School or Higher 82.7%
Bachelor's or Higher 19.1%
Graduate Degree 6.7%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
9,940
Unemployment
11.6%
Drive Alone
78.2%
Public Transit
0.3%
Work from Home
6.0%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

53.8
National average = 100. Below average by 46.2%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 72901?

ZIP code 72901 (Fort smith, AR) has a total population of 19,819 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 72901?

The median household income in ZIP code 72901 is $42,851 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 72901 in?

ZIP code 72901 is primarily located in Fort smith, Arkansas (AR).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 72901?

The median home value in ZIP code 72901 is $118,100, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 72901?

The median age in ZIP code 72901 is 35.60 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.