Barling is a city located in Sebastian County, in the state of Arkansas (AR), United States. Nestled in the West South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 21.9 square miles (57.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 488 ft. With a population of approximately 4,176 residents, Barling offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.5% males and 53.5% females, and it has a population density of 190.68 people per square mile (73.62/km²). Barling lies at a latitude of 35.32 and a longitude of -94.3, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (14.4%), followed by English (8.1%), German (9.9%), and Scotch-Irish (2.4%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 72923.