ZIP code 72908

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 72908 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Fort Smith, 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 72908 ZIP code area.

72908 is the zip code for

Fort Smith, AR

Total population
13,378▲
Housing units
5,779▲
Land area
(sq. miles)
8.11
Density
(people per sq. mile)
1,649.57▲
Water area
(sq. miles)
0.05

Demographic data for zip code 72908

Gender:

Male
6,459▲
Female
6,919▲
Median age
Male
36.10
Female
38.40
Gender

Households:

Total households
5,456▲
Family households
3,731▲
Nonfamily households
1,725▲
Average household size
2.44▼
Average family size
2.94▼
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
5,779▲
Occupied housing units
5,456▲
Owner-occupied
3,482▲
Renter-occupied
1,974▲
Vacant housing units
323▲
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
955▲
5 to 9 years
964▲
10 to 14 years
899▼
15 to 19 years
849▲
20 to 24 years
856▲
25 to 34 years
1,800▲
35 to 44 years
1,704▼
45 to 54 years
2,009▲
55 to 59 years
821▲
60 to 64 years
757▲
65 to 74 years
1,031▲
75 to 84 years
547▲
85 years and over
186▲
Median age
37.30▲
Age

Race:

White
10,800
Hispanic or Latino
633
Black or African American
659
Asian
581
American Indian & Alaska Native
268
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
6
Other (One Race)
4
Two or More Races
427
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 72908

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
10,317
Civilian labor force
6,825
Employed
6,393
Unemployed
432
Armed Forces
0
Not in labor force
3,492
Percent Unemployed
6.3%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
6,283
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
5,430
Carpooled
623
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
0
Walked
64
Other means
55
Worked at home
111
Mean travel time
14.9 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
6,393
Management / business / science / arts
2,549
Service
1,051
Sales / office
1,500
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
298
Production / transportation / material moving
995
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
6,393
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
146
Construction
162
Manufacturing
1,085
Wholesale trade
249
Retail trade
712
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
460
Information
31
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
505
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
243
Educational services / health care / social assistance
1,742
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
391
Public administration
295
Other services
372
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
6,393
Private wage & salary workers
5,182
Government workers
901
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
310
Unpaid family workers
0
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
5,593
Less than $10,000
351
$10,000 to $14,999
156
$15,000 to $24,999
814
$25,000 to $34,999
548
$35,000 to $49,999
990
$50,000 to $74,999
1,134
$75,000 to $99,999
546
$100,000 to $149,999
636
$150,000 to $199,999
133
$200,000 or more
285
Median household income
$49,173
Mean household income
$75,838
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
11.7%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 72908

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Beard Elementary School
1600 Cavanaugh Road		(479) 646-083429511512.3
Cavanaugh Elementary School
1025 School Street		(479) 646-11311651009.2
Elmer H. Cook Elem. School
3517 Brooken Hill Dr		(479) 646-888058715517.8
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Public libraries around Fort Smith, AR

NameAddress
Fort Smith Public Library
3201 Rogers Avenue
Fort Smith, AR 72903
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Universities and Colleges around 72908

NameAddressPhone
Lyell College
4120 Rogers Avenue Suite L
Fort Smith, AR 72903		(479) 783-7884
University of Arkansas Cooperative Ext Service535 North Waldron Road
Fort Smith, AR 72903		(479) 484-7737
John Brown University
1401 South Waldron Road Suite 104
Fort Smith, AR 72903		(479) 646-0082
Webster University801 Carnall Avenue
Fort Smith, AR 72901		(479) 484-7747
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith - Administration- Vice Chancellor for University Advance5210 Grand Avenue
Fort Smith, AR 72904		(479) 788-7020
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Hospitals and Medical Centers around 72908

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Booneville Community Hospital880 West Main Street
Booneville, AR 72927		(501) 675-280026
Crawford Memorial Hospital
East Main & South 20th Streets
Van Buren, AR 72956		(501) 474-3401103
Harbor View Mercy Hospital10301 Mayo Road
Fort Smith, AR 72903		(501) 484-555057
Healthsouth Rehab Hospital
1401 South 'J' Street
Fort Smith, AR 72901		(501) 785-330080
Mercy Hospital Of Scott County895 West 6th Street
Waldron, AR 72958		(501) 637-413518
Mercy Hospital-Turner Mem801 West River Street
Ozark, AR 72949		(501) 667-413825
Sparks Regional Medical Center
1311 South 'I' Street
Fort Smith, AR 72901		(501) 441-4000370
St Edward Mercy Medical Center
7301 Rogers Avenue
Fort Smith, AR 72903		(501) 484-6000343
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Hotels, Motels and other accommodations around 72908

Hotel nameAddress# of RoomsLow rateHigh rate
GuestHouse Inn3600 Grinnell Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72908		617479
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Crime Rates in Fort Smith, AR

Crime rates in Fort Smith, AR:

Total
6,261
Violent Crime
787
Murder & Manslaughter
5
Forcible Rape
78
Robbery
143
Aggravated Assault
561
Property Crime
5,474
Burglary
1,041
Larceny & Theft
4,110
Motor Vehicle Theft
323
Arson
24
Fort Smith, AR

Crime rates in Fort Smith, AR:

Total
6,367
Violent Crime
876
Murder & Manslaughter
11
Forcible Rape
83
Robbery
131
Aggravated Assault
651
Property Crime
5,491
Burglary
1,089
Larceny & Theft
4,039
Motor Vehicle Theft
363
Arson
28
Fort Smith, AR

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