ZIP code 72542

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 72542 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Highland, 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 72542 ZIP code area.

72542 is the zip code for

Highland, AR

Also in this location:
Hardy, AR
Cherokee Village, AR
Total population
3,826▲
Housing units
2,470▲
Land area
(sq. miles)
158.61
Density
(people per sq. mile)
24.12▲
Water area
(sq. miles)
0.86

Demographic data for zip code 72542

Gender:

Male
1,917▲
Female
1,909▲
Median age
Male
47.10
Female
47.70
Gender

Households:

Total households
1,642▲
Family households
1,093▲
Nonfamily households
549▲
Average household size
2.33▼
Average family size
2.87▲
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
2,470▲
Occupied housing units
1,642▲
Owner-occupied
1,315▲
Renter-occupied
327▲
Vacant housing units
828▲
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
186▲
5 to 9 years
241▲
10 to 14 years
241▲
15 to 19 years
262▲
20 to 24 years
134▼
25 to 34 years
314●
35 to 44 years
399▼
45 to 54 years
578▲
55 to 59 years
293▲
60 to 64 years
308▲
65 to 74 years
536▲
75 to 84 years
268▲
85 years and over
66▲
Median age
47.40▲
Age

Race:

White
3,630
Hispanic or Latino
63
Black or African American
6
Asian
10
American Indian & Alaska Native
50
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
1
Other (One Race)
2
Two or More Races
64
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 72542

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
3,081
Civilian labor force
1,466
Employed
1,353
Unemployed
113
Armed Forces
0
Not in labor force
1,615
Percent Unemployed
7.7%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
1,323
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
1,008
Carpooled
131
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
0
Walked
44
Other means
31
Worked at home
109
Mean travel time
23.7 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
1,353
Management / business / science / arts
311
Service
322
Sales / office
318
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
208
Production / transportation / material moving
194
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
1,353
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
37
Construction
158
Manufacturing
101
Wholesale trade
0
Retail trade
192
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
96
Information
26
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
66
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
140
Educational services / health care / social assistance
319
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
92
Public administration
47
Other services
79
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
1,353
Private wage & salary workers
854
Government workers
238
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
253
Unpaid family workers
8
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
1,486
Less than $10,000
162
$10,000 to $14,999
178
$15,000 to $24,999
364
$25,000 to $34,999
188
$35,000 to $49,999
177
$50,000 to $74,999
229
$75,000 to $99,999
119
$100,000 to $149,999
34
$150,000 to $199,999
21
$200,000 or more
14
Median household income
$26,806
Mean household income
$39,249
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
23.8%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 72542

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Cherokee Elementary School
Hwy 175		(870) 257-311860435415.1
Highland High School
1 Rebel Circle		(870) 856-327362027011.3
Highland Middle School
Hwy 62/412		(870) 856-328435119311.3
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Universities and Colleges around 72542

NameAddressPhone
Foothills Adult Education Center71 Cleburne Park Road
Heber Springs, AR 72543		(501) 362-8517
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Hospitals and Medical Centers around 72542

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Baptist Health Medical Center2319 Highway 110 West
Heber Springs, AR 72543		(501) 206-300024
Eastern Ozarks Reg Hlth System122 South Allegheny Drive
Cherokee Village, AR 72529		(870) 257-410140
Fulton County HospitalHighway 9
Salem, AR 72576		(870) 895-269130
Medical Center Of Calico Rock103 Grasse Street
Calico Rock, AR 72519		(870) 297-372625
Stone County Medical CenterHighway 14 East
Mountain View, AR 72560		(870) 269-436125
White River Medical Center
1710 Harrison Street
Batesville, AR 72501		(870) 793-1200175
San Juan Bautista Medical CtrCarretera Caguas 'A' Cidra
Caguas, PR 725		(787) 744-2500256
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Hotels, Motels and other accommodations around 72542

Hotel nameAddress# of RoomsLow rateHigh rate
Days Inn Hardy4213 Hwy 63 And 62 412
Hardy, AR 72542		434548
BEST WESTERN VILLAGE INN3587 HIGHWAY 64 412 W
Hardy, AR 72542		415566
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Restaurants, dining rooms and coffee shops in 72542

Restaurant nameAddressCuisinePhone
KFC
Highway 62
Hardy, AR 72542		Fast Food870-856-3222
Kimloon Chinese RestaurantHighland Shpg Cntr
Hardy, AR 72542		Fast Food870-856-2888
McDonald's
Highway 62 & 63
Hardy, AR 72542		Fast Food, Hamburgers, Sandwiches870-856-3377
Subway Sandwiches & Salads
Highway 167
Hardy, AR 72542		Fast Food, Salads, Sandwiches870-856-3883
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Crime Rates in Highland, AR

Crime rates in Cherokee Village, AR:

Total
100
Violent Crime
2
Murder & Manslaughter
0
Forcible Rape
2
Robbery
0
Aggravated Assault
0
Property Crime
98
Burglary
34
Larceny & Theft
59
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
Arson
1
Cherokee Village, AR

Crime rates in Cherokee Village, AR:

Total
76
Violent Crime
6
Murder & Manslaughter
1
Forcible Rape
2
Robbery
0
Aggravated Assault
3
Property Crime
70
Burglary
16
Larceny & Theft
53
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
Arson
2
Cherokee Village, AR

Crime rates in Hardy, AR:

Total
5
Violent Crime
0
Murder & Manslaughter
0
Forcible Rape
0
Robbery
0
Aggravated Assault
0
Property Crime
5
Burglary
3
Larceny & Theft
2
Motor Vehicle Theft
0
Arson
0
Hardy, AR

Crime rates in Highland, AR:

Total
22
Violent Crime
0
Murder & Manslaughter
0
Forcible Rape
0
Robbery
0
Aggravated Assault
0
Property Crime
22
Burglary
11
Larceny & Theft
11
Motor Vehicle Theft
0
Arson
0
Highland, AR

Crime rates in Highland, AR:

Total
31
Violent Crime
3
Murder & Manslaughter
0
Forcible Rape
0
Robbery
0
Aggravated Assault
3
Property Crime
28
Burglary
10
Larceny & Theft
18
Motor Vehicle Theft
0
Arson
1
Highland, AR

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