Barling, Sebastian County, Arkansas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Barling, Arkansas
Median Barling, Arkansas effective property tax rate: 1.00%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Arkansas state median of 0.81%.
Median Barling, Arkansas home value: $96,300
Median annual Barling, Arkansas tax bill: $897, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Sebastian calculated?
Property taxes in Barling, Arkansas are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Barling's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Barling, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Barling, Sebastian County, Arkansas Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Barling Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Barling property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Barling's median effective tax rate of 1.00% — based on actual property records in Sebastian County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Barling's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Barling: rates range from 1.00% in 72923 to 1.00% in 72923, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Barling.
About Barling Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Barling, Sebastian, Arkansas
Barling's median effective property tax rate of 1.00% is lower than the Arkansas state median of 0.81% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Sebastian County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Barling. Homeowners in the 72923 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.00%, while those in 72923 pay 1.00%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Sebastian County. Understanding which part of Barling you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Barling homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the August 17, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Barling, Sebastian County, Arkansas
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Barling's effective property tax rate to other cities in Arkansas and the median property tax rates in Arkansas and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Barling Tax Rate
1.00%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Sebastian County Tax Rate
1.05%
Median Effective Arkansas Tax Rate
0.81%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Barling, Sebastian County, Arkansas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72923 | 0.73% | 0.98% | 1.00% | 1.00% | 1.00% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Barling, Sebastian County, Arkansas
When examining property taxes in Barling, Arkansas, understanding the distinction between market value and assessed value is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Sebastian County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Sebastian County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month when notices are sent.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. For example, the median home price in Barling is $96,300, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Zip code 72923 has the highest median home price at $96,300.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Barling, Sebastian County, Arkansas
Source: Ownwell
$39,100
$116,350
$193,600
Median Barling Market Value
$96,300
Median Sebastian County Market Value
$104,500
Median Arkansas Market Value
$118,750
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Barling, Sebastian County, Arkansas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72923 | $44,125 | $74,838 | $96,300 | $127,400 | $158,350 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Barling, Sebastian County, Arkansas
Barling property tax bills are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. For homeowners in Sebastian County, the tax bill reflects both the value of the home and the taxing jurisdictions that apply to it, so two houses with similar prices can still owe different amounts.
With a median home price of $96,300, property taxes can be a meaningful part of annual housing costs. The 25th percentile tax bill is $699, while the 75th percentile is $1,237 and the 90th percentile reaches $1,558. The median tax bill is $897 in ZIP code 72923, which is also the highest and lowest median tax bill reported for the city.
For homeowners, a higher assessed value usually means a higher tax bill, even if the home has not been sold. That makes property taxes an important factor in affordability, especially when local assessments rise faster than household budgets.
Median Barling Tax Bill
$897
Median Sebastian County Tax Bill
$992
Median Arkansas Tax Bill
$870
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Barling, Sebastian County, Arkansas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72923 | $398 | $699 | $897 | $1,237 | $1,558 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | August 17 |
Links | |
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| Sebastian Tax Assessor | |
| Website | www.arcountydata.com |