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    Zip Code 72904

    Fort Smith, Arkansas — Sebastian County

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    📍 ZIP code 72904 is in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas.

    ZIP code 72904 is located in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas. It is a zip code in the Central (CST/CDT) Time Zone with an estimated population of 22,627. The area code for ZIP code 72904 is 501.

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    Zip code 72904 is in Fort Smith, Arkansas (Sebastian County). It has a population of 22,627, median household income of $40,357, and median home value of $108,200.

    Population

    22,627

    Income

    $40,357

    Home Value

    $108,200

    Climate

    94°F / 30°F

    About Zip Code 72904

    Zip code 72904 is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, within Sebastian County. Home to approximately 22,627 residents, this area sits at an elevation of 448 ft and falls within the Central (CST/CDT) timezone. The local area code is 501.

    The median household income is $40,357 per year, which is below the national median of $70,784. Homes in this zip code have a median value of $108,200, and the cost of living index is 60 (40% below the national average of 100).

    Summers average a high of 94°F while winters drop to 30°F. The area receives about 47 in of rain and 3 in of snow annually. The zip code covers 13.3 square miles of land area and 1.7 square miles of water.

    Key Statistics

    Population

    22,627

    Median Income

    $40,357

    Median Home Value

    $108,200

    Timezone

    Central (CST/CDT)

    Area Code

    501

    Elevation

    448 ft

    Land Area

    13.3 sq mi

    Median Age

    32.3

    Housing Units

    8,406

    Compare With Nearby Zip Codes

    Metric729047290172956749467290374901
    CityFort Smith, ARFort Smith, ARVan Buren, ARRoland, OKFort Smith, ARArkoma, OK
    Population22,62719,96634,1023526,3182,001
    Median Income$40,357$42,568$60,387$29,375$60,186$39,236
    Home Value$108,200$113,200$177,100$106,300$216,200$67,300
    Cost of Living606064767760
    Median Age32.336.337.732.838.234.5

    Cost of Living

    Cost of Living Index60

    100 = National Average. Fort Smith's cost of living is 40% below the national average.

    vs. State Avg

    Below

    Affordability

    Very Affordable

    Income-to-Home

    2.7x

    Demographics

    Zip code 72904 has a population of 22,627 people with a median age of 32.3. There are 8,406 housing units in this area.

    Racial & Ethnic Composition

    white31%
    black9%
    hispanic44%
    asian9%
    other7%

    Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

    Population History

    Fort Smith (72904) population trend from 2010 to 2024

    ↓ -18.3%
    2010201220142016201820202022202420k23k25k29k

    Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates and American Community Survey data.

    Climate & Weather

    Summer High

    94°F

    Winter Low

    30°F

    Annual Rainfall

    47 in

    Annual Snowfall

    3 in

    Fort Smith experiences hot summers with average highs around 94°F. Winters are cool with lows averaging 30°F. The area receives about 3 in of snow per year.

    Housing & Economy

    Median Home Value

    $108,200

    Median Household Income

    $40,357

    With 8,406 housing units across 13.3 square miles, 72904 has a housing density of 632 units per square mile. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

    Location & Geography

    Latitude

    35.4133°

    Longitude

    -94.3824°

    Land Area

    13.3 sq mi

    Water Area

    1.7 sq mi

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    ZIP Codes with Similar Income Nationwide

    The five U.S. ZIP codes whose median household income is closest to 72904's $40,357. A way to compare Fort Smith to economically similar communities elsewhere in the country.

    Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.

    ZIP Codes with Similar Demographics

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    Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.

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    People Also Ask

    What zip code is Fort Smith, Arkansas?

    Fort Smith, Arkansas uses zip code 72904 along with 4 other zip codes.

    What county is zip code 72904 in?

    Zip code 72904 is located in Sebastian County, Arkansas.

    What is the population of zip code 72904?

    The population of zip code 72904 is 22,627 with a median age of 32.3.

    Is 72904 in Fort Smith, Arkansas?

    Yes, zip code 72904 is in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas. The area code is 501.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What city is zip code 72904 in?

    Zip code 72904 is in Fort Smith, Arkansas. It is part of Sebastian County and uses the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.

    What is zip code 72904?

    Zip code 72904 is a U.S. postal code in Fort Smith, Arkansas (Sebastian County). It has a population of 22,627 and covers 13.3 square miles.

    What is the population of zip code 72904?

    The population of zip code 72904 (Fort Smith, AR) is 22,627 with a median age of 32.3. There are approximately 8,406 housing units in this area.

    What is the median income in zip code 72904?

    The median household income in zip code 72904 (Fort Smith, AR) is $40,357 per year. The cost of living index is 60 (100 = national average).

    What is the average home price in zip code 72904?

    The median home value in zip code 72904 (Fort Smith, AR) is $108,200. The cost of living index is 60 compared to the national average of 100.

    What county is zip code 72904 in?

    Zip code 72904 is located in Sebastian County, Arkansas. The primary city is Fort Smith.

    What is the area code for zip code 72904?

    Zip code 72904 in Fort Smith, AR uses area code 501. It is located in the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.

    Is zip code 72904 a good place to live?

    Zip code 72904 (Fort Smith, AR) has a cost of living index of 60 (100 = national average), a median household income of $40,357, and median home values of $108,200. The median age is 32.3. Visit the full page for demographics, climate, and nearby zip code comparisons.

    What is the cost of living in zip code 72904?

    The cost of living index for zip code 72904 (Fort Smith, AR) is 60, where 100 represents the national average. This area is below the national average. Median home value: $108,200.

    What schools serve zip code 72904?

    Zip code 72904 in Fort Smith, Arkansas is served by the local school district of Sebastian County. For specific school information, check your state's department of education or GreatSchools.org.

    All demographic data on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. ZIP code boundary and delivery data is sourced from the United States Postal Service (USPS). Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most current figures. Census Bureau ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) may differ slightly from USPS ZIP code boundaries.

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    Data Sources

    Population, income, housing, age, and demographics
    U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2019-2023 vintage.
    ZIP to city and county mapping
    USPS and HUD-USPS ZIP-County Crosswalk.
    Time zones and area codes
    IANA tz database and NANPA.
    Elevation
    U.S. Geological Survey National Elevation Dataset (NED), via the USGS Elevation Point Query Service. Mapped to each ZCTA centroid coordinates. Last refreshed 2026-05-19.
    Last refreshed
    2026-05-18.

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