Barling Public RecordsArkansas

Barling, Sebastian County, AR, offers affordable housing with a median home value of approximately $160,000 (2024), and a homeownership rate around 60%. Average monthly rent is about $900. The city features a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and some apartments across quiet neighborhoods like Willow Creek and Legacy Park. Property values have increased about 5% year-over-year. Annual property taxes are low, averaging $800–$1,200 per year, making Barling attractive for first-time buyers and renters alike.

Barling, Sebastian County, AR, relies on nearby Fort Smith for major healthcare, including Baptist Health-Fort Smith (492 beds). Barling itself hosts small clinics, such as Baptist Health Family Clinic-Barling. Most residents (approx. 89%) have health insurance, mainly employer-based or Medicaid. The city’s population is about 4,800, with a median age of 38. Common health issues include diabetes, heart disease, and obesity—Sebastian County’s adult obesity rate is 37%. Healthcare access is moderate, with roughly 1 primary care physician per 1,450 residents in the county, reflecting rural provider shortages.

Barling, Sebastian, AR, has one main public elementary school—Barling Elementary—serving grades PK-6, with a GreatSchools rating of 7/10. High school students typically attend Chaffin Junior High (1.5 miles away) and Southside High School in nearby Fort Smith, which offers AP and concurrent credit programs. Approximately 18% of adults in Barling have a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety ratings are above state average, and educational programs focus on STEM and special education. There are no colleges in Barling, but adult education centers are accessible in neighboring cities.

Barling, Sebastian County, AR, primarily relies on personal vehicles, with over 94% of households owning at least one car. The average one-way commute time is about 20 minutes, slightly below the national average. Public transit usage is minimal, with less than 1% of residents relying on it, as there are limited local transit options. Key transportation infrastructure includes nearby U.S. Highways 59 and 22, offering access to Fort Smith, a major employment hub in the region. Most residents commute to jobs in education, health care, and manufacturing sectors in Fort Smith and surrounding areas.

Barling, a city in Sebastian County, Arkansas, has an estimated population of 4,962 as of the 2020 census. The median age is around 39 years, with males comprising 48.3% and females 51.7% of residents. Racially, the population is 76% White, 7% Black or African American, 6% Asian, 6% Hispanic or Latino, and about 5% reported as two or more races or other. The city features a mix of young families, working-age adults, and a notable senior population.