ZIP Code 71835 in Emmet, AR

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Emmet, Arkansas
Counties:Nevada County[Primary]
Hempstead County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:9:24:42 AM
Population:1,162 [See All]
Area Codes:327 / 870
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:33.6571, -93.4233
Land Area:88.142 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 71835 has 1,162 residents and 491 households (average 2.37 persons per household). The median age is 43.9 years, older than the state (38.8) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.6% male and 48.4% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (77.5%, much higher than the state average of 70.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (13.2%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.8%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:1,162Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:1,127Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:1,374Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:13.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$57,132Source: Census ACS
Households:491Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$111,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.37Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.32Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,1421,1771,2191,2371,3661,4671,3281,2121,0359801,0241,1471,127
Decennial Census1,334------------------1,162------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 43.9

Male Median Age: 41.2

Female Median Age: 47

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male474347273921293732324333443041221617
Female25302835212728463336373642423923286
Total727375626048578365688069867280454423
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:90078.88%
Black:15313.41%
Hispanic:*443.86%
Asian:100.88%
American Indian:50.44%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:292.54%
Total:1,141100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:60051.64%41.2 years
Females:56248.36%47.0 years
Total:1,162100%43.9 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,12599.82%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:20.18%
Total Population:1,127100%
Total Native Population:1,12599.82%
Total Foreign-born Population:20.18%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $57,132, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $21,355 (59.7%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $8,215. Family households earn a median of $83,750 versus $22,344 for nonfamily households (a difference of $61,406). By gender, male median income is $46,397 and female is $28,281, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $18,116 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 58.9%, which is lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 6.5%, which is above the state rate (5.1%). The largest occupation group is Sales (28.1%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$35,777$40,460$39,899$40,205$39,549$39,063$39,671$40,069$48,917$52,986$56,914$55,474$57,132
Median Family Income$38,750$40,061$41,413$44,091$44,167$37,083$58,388$35,167$37,125$65,417$76,161$61,333$83,750
Median NonFamily Income$31,250$25,833$26,028$26,274$25,329$26,269$26,107$24,764$34,881$34,301$32,083$19,931$22,344
Median Male Income$39,199$36,250$41,029$42,361$0$48,500$48,295$33,618$34,600$34,948$38,235$42,528$46,397
Median Female Income$24,583$12,325$19,135$20,000$0$23,304$30,455$40,045$41,917$33,167$33,150$26,190$28,281
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:52055.08%
Unemployed:363.81%
Not In Labor Force:38841.10%
Total:944100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:7414.23%
Service:11722.50%
Sales and Office:14628.08%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:8716.73%
Production, transportation, and material moving:9618.46%
Total Civilian Employed Population:520100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $111,900, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $66,500 (146.48%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $48,200. The median gross rent is $575, which is much lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $200 (53.33%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $136. Of occupied housing, owners make up 90.85% (43.65% with a mortgage, 56.35% free-and-clear) and renters 9.15% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 23.75%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$45,400$65,200$65,400$71,400$53,300$62,100$64,500$64,700$63,700$74,500$106,300$102,200$111,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1433.33%
$500 to $999:1740.48%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:1126.19%
Total:42100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$375$445$429$435$448$443$563$584$439$463$471$525$575
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):18239.65%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):23551.20%
Renter Occupied:429.15%
Total Occupied Housing Units:459100%

Occupied Housing Units:45976.25%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):14323.75%
Total Housing Units:602100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:43171.59%
Multi-Family Units:304.98%
Other Units:14123.42%
Total Housing Units:602100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 13.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 90.40%, which is on par with the state rate (88.60%). The uninsured rate is 4.20%, which is markedly below the state rate (9.00%). Public coverage is 48.20%, which is well above the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 12.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 2.20 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 9.40 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (42.32%). College enrollment is 29.05%, which is on par with the state rate (22.60%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:344.15%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:455.49%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):48358.97%
Some college, no degree:9511.60%
Associate's degree:556.72%
Bachelor's degree:617.45%
Graduate or professional degree:465.62%
Total:819100%
High school or higher:74090.35%
Bachelor's degree or higher:10713.06%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:71454.75%
Public Insurance:54341.64%
No Insurance:473.60%
Total:1,304100%
Has Health Insurance:1,25796.40%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty14.2%15.7%14.9%9.6%16.9%9.4%9.0%23.8%21.4%9.1%11.9%16.9%12.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:187.47%
Kindergarten:93.73%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):10242.32%
High school (grades 9-12):4217.43%
College or graduate school:7029.05%
Total:241100%
Early Childhood:2711.20%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):15363.49%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 71835 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 14 business establishments, employing about 81 people with an annual payroll of $4,250,000. USPS data shows 580 residential mailboxes and 20 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:580Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:20Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:679Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:570Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:14Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$994,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$4,250,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:81Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 71835 is located in Nevada County, Arkansas, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Arkansas's 4th Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 71835. It covers 88.142 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.368 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:88.142 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.368 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:04Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:22338.08 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0521610Source: Census
Place Name:Emmet city; ArkansasSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


71836 | | 71834

Schools in ZIP Code 71835


We could not locate which school district 71835 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Nevada High School 6580 US Hwy 278
Rosston, AR 71858
District: Nevada School DistrictNearby
Nevada Elementary School 6580 US Hwy 278
Rosston, AR 71858
District: Nevada School DistrictNearby
Prescott High School 736 Martin St
Prescott, AR 71857
District: Prescott School DistrictNearby
Prescott Junior High School 762 Martin St Bldg 5
Prescott, AR 71857
District: Prescott School DistrictNearby
Prescott Elementary School 335 School St
Prescott, AR 71857
District: Prescott School DistrictNearby
Garrett Memorial Christian School 1 Genesis Dr
Hope, AR 71802
District: Private SchoolNearby
South Arkansas Christian School 1707 E First St
Lewisville, AR 71845
District: Private SchoolNearby
Columbia Christian School 250 Warnock Springs Rd
Magnolia, AR 71753
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 71835


University Of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana 2500 S Main
Hope, AR 71801
Type: Post Secondary
Southern Arkansas University Main Campus 100 E. University
Magnolia, AR 71753
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Arkansas Community College At Hope - Texarkana 3501 U Of A Way
Texarkana, AR 71854-1467
Type: Post Secondary
Henderson State University 1100 Henderson Street
Arkadelphia, AR 71999-0001
Type: Post Secondary
Ouachita Baptist University 410 Ouachita St
Arkadelphia, AR 71998-0001
Type: Post Secondary
Southern Arkansas University Tech 6415 Spellman Road
Camden, AR 71701-1906
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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