Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in 72209, AR

The map below shows majority race by area in 72209, as self-identified on the US census. Darker shades indicate a larger racial majority in that neighborhood. This page also contains data and maps on 72209 racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.

72209, AR map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in 72209 overall is black, making up 65.5% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 21.9%. There are more black people in the south areas of the zip. People who identify as hispanic are most likely to be living in the east places. The data below shows how many people identify themselves as each of the following races, which most Americans base on their family's national origin:

Race in 72209
Race
72209, AR Population
White
10.5%
Hispanic
21.9%
Black
65.5%
Asian
0.3%
Native American
0.1%
Other
1.7%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
72209, AR Population
White
10.5%
Hispanic
21.9%
Black
65.5%
Asian
0.3%
Native American
0.1%
Other
1.7%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for 72209, AR

The map below shows diversity in 72209. Areas in green are more diverse, while areas in red are much less diverse. Diversity, in this case, means a mixture of people with different race and ethnicity living close to one another. For example, all-black and all-white areas in the zip would both be considered lacking diversity.

72209, AR map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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72209 Diversity Score

77

With a diversity score of 77 out of 100, 72209 is more diverse than other US zip codes. The most diverse area within 72209's proper boundaries is to the northwest of the zip. The least diverse areas are located in the south parts of 72209.

Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.

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