72923 Zip Code, Barling

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Barling

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 81 / 300 High
Violent Crime 83
17% below national avg
Property Crime 130
30% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 72923 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 72923 in Barling, AR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Barling.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 45). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 45 (55% below avg)

72923 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Barling city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
95 -5% Average
Assault
100 0% Average
Robbery
90 -10% Average
Rape
45 -55% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
145 +45% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
125 +25% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
121 +21% Moderate

72923 Crime Map

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72923 Demographics & Context

Population
3,688
Median Income
$56,710
Home Value
$144,208
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
754/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.7%
Graduate Degree 2.4%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.2%
Black 2.5%
Hispanic 9.3%
Asian 7.8%
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Barling Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72923, Barling?

Zip code 72923 in Barling, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average. Zip code 72923 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Barling.

Is Zip code 72923 a safe neighborhood in Barling?

Zip code 72923 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Barling, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 145), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 45). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Barling.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72923?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72923 is Burglary, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72923?

Zip code 72923 has a population of approximately 3,688. The median household income is $56,710. The median home value is $144,208. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72923 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72923's overall crime rate is 19% below the national average (index 81 vs 100). Within Barling, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.