Barling, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,919 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,009 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$125,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$382 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$689 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sebastian County
6
Fort Smith Metro Area
5
Arkansas
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sebastian County
7
Fort Smith Metro Area
6
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 38
Feb 3 1 43
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 4 0 60
May 5 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 3 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 4 0 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, AR State Senate District 26, AR State House District 51, AR
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Schools

Barling Elementary School
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
John P Woods Elem School
4 miles, NW • 4.6 star
La Chaffin Jr High School
4 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Euper Lane Elementary School
5 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
7 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
5 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Baptist Health Van Buren
8 miles, N • 3.2 star
Baptist Health-Fort Smith
9 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
5 miles, NW • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
66 miles, N • 1.9 star
Tulsa International Airport
108 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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