ZIP code 71742

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 71742 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Fordyce, AR. It features a detailed map pinpointing the location and outlines key demographic information such as population size, median age, and household income. The page also includes insights into the local economy, highlighting business environments and employment statistics. Additionally, it offers data on housing, including average home prices and rent costs. Users can find information on nearby schools, public services, and amenities, making it a useful resource for those looking to move to or learn more about the 71742 ZIP code area.

71742 is the zip code for

Fordyce, AR

Total population
5,980▼
Housing units
2,789▼
Land area
(sq. miles)
182.44
Density
(people per sq. mile)
32.78▼
Water area
(sq. miles)
0.50

Demographic data for zip code 71742

Gender:

Male
2,952▼
Female
3,028▼
Median age
Male
37.00
Female
43.00
Gender

Households:

Total households
2,290▼
Family households
1,547▼
Nonfamily households
743▼
Average household size
2.40▼
Average family size
2.93▼
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
2,789▼
Occupied housing units
2,290▼
Owner-occupied
1,499▼
Renter-occupied
791▲
Vacant housing units
499▼
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
344▼
5 to 9 years
373▼
10 to 14 years
468▼
15 to 19 years
453▼
20 to 24 years
369▼
25 to 34 years
634▼
35 to 44 years
701▼
45 to 54 years
816▼
55 to 59 years
429▲
60 to 64 years
366▲
65 to 74 years
512●
75 to 84 years
364▼
85 years and over
151▼
Median age
40.30▲
Age

Race:

White
3,107
Hispanic or Latino
134
Black or African American
2,639
Asian
13
American Indian & Alaska Native
24
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
1
Other (One Race)
8
Two or More Races
54
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 71742

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
4,724
Civilian labor force
2,441
Employed
2,140
Unemployed
301
Armed Forces
0
Not in labor force
2,283
Percent Unemployed
12.3%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
2,069
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
1,710
Carpooled
307
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
0
Walked
25
Other means
9
Worked at home
18
Mean travel time
18.9 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
2,140
Management / business / science / arts
525
Service
353
Sales / office
513
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
175
Production / transportation / material moving
574
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
2,140
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
82
Construction
102
Manufacturing
508
Wholesale trade
2
Retail trade
283
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
164
Information
23
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
91
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
76
Educational services / health care / social assistance
610
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
49
Public administration
109
Other services
41
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
2,140
Private wage & salary workers
1,727
Government workers
344
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
69
Unpaid family workers
0
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
2,108
Less than $10,000
264
$10,000 to $14,999
221
$15,000 to $24,999
489
$25,000 to $34,999
297
$35,000 to $49,999
275
$50,000 to $74,999
241
$75,000 to $99,999
100
$100,000 to $149,999
163
$150,000 to $199,999
21
$200,000 or more
37
Median household income
$27,944
Mean household income
$42,339
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
16.6%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 71742

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Fordyce Elementary Schools
350 Redbug Circle		(870) 352-281645526614.2
Fordyce High School
100 Redbug Blvd		(870) 352-212635914511.2
Fordyce Middle School
75 Redbug Blvd		(870) 352-71213171288.6
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Public libraries around Fordyce, AR

NameAddress
Calhoun County Library109 2nd Street
Hampton, AR 71744
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Hospitals and Medical Centers around 71742

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Dallas County Hospital201 Clifton Street
Fordyce, AR 71742		(870) 352-315532
Magnolia Hospital
101 Hospital Drive
Magnolia, AR 71753		(870) 235-300062
Medical Ctr Of South Arkansas
700 West Grove Street
El Dorado, AR 71730		(870) 864-3200132
Ouachita Medical Center
638 California Street
Camden, AR 71701		(870) 836-100098
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Hotels, Motels and other accommodations around 71742

Hotel nameAddress# of RoomsLow rateHigh rate
Days Inn Fordyce Ar2500 W 4th St
Fordyce, AR 71742		477787
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Restaurants, dining rooms and coffee shops in 71742

Restaurant nameAddressCuisinePhone
A&W Restaurant
1229 N EDGAR
Fordyce, AR 71742		American, Fast Food, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs870-352-3536
Mazzios Pizza402 Moro St
Fordyce, AR 71742		Pizza870-352-3339
McDonald's
Highway 79 & Upton Rd
Fordyce, AR 71742		Fast Food, Hamburgers, Sandwiches870-352-7926
Pizza Hut
1114 W 4th St
Fordyce, AR 71742		Italian, Pizza, Salads870-352-7142
Sonic Drive-In
1104 W 4th St
Fordyce, AR 71742		American, Fast Food, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs870-352-5521
Subway Sandwiches & Salads
2801 Highway 79 167 Byp
Fordyce, AR 71742		Fast Food, Salads, Sandwiches870-352-8737
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Crime Rates in Fordyce, AR

Crime rates in Fordyce, AR:

Total
181
Violent Crime
21
Murder & Manslaughter
3
Forcible Rape
1
Robbery
3
Aggravated Assault
14
Property Crime
160
Burglary
63
Larceny & Theft
85
Motor Vehicle Theft
12
Arson
1
Fordyce, AR

Crime rates in Fordyce, AR:

Total
235
Violent Crime
45
Murder & Manslaughter
3
Forcible Rape
2
Robbery
10
Aggravated Assault
30
Property Crime
190
Burglary
76
Larceny & Theft
103
Motor Vehicle Theft
11
Arson
1
Fordyce, AR

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