The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 72010 sells for about $173,000, or $112 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 78 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
ZIP 72010 — Bald Knob
The housing market in 72010 is characterized by slow, steady price appreciation and high vacancy rates compared to national norms. Market activity is limited, with a median price of $173,000 reflecting the area's rural affordability. Investors should note the high renter cost-burden and vacancy pressure, which suggest a challenging environment for generalist real estate strategies.
This ZIP is best suited for budget-conscious family buyers and local workers who prioritize affordability and small-town living over proximity to major urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 1.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 78 days on market with 4.8 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.8% · poverty 16.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 72010, White County AR
Crime rates in Bald Knob are generally consistent with rural White County averages, though property crime remains the primary concern for local law enforcement.
The area is served by the Bald Knob School District, which maintains a moderate rating profile typical of small-town Arkansas districts.
The region is subject to standard Arkansas severe weather risks, including seasonal tornado threats and localized flooding near the White River basin.
Economic momentum is driven by local agricultural support, small-scale manufacturing, and proximity to the regional hub of Searcy.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Arkansas) — Arkansas Disabled Veteran Total Property Tax Exemption: Provides a 100% exemption from all ad valorem real property taxes on the principal homestead. Formula: Net Ad Valorem Tax Due = $0.00. State (Arkansas) — Arkansas Senior and Disabled Assessment Freeze: Freezes the assessed taxable value of the homestead at the prevailing assessed value at the time the owner becomes eligible or purchases the property. State (Arkansas) — Arkansas State Homestead Property Tax Credit: Provides a direct reduction against ad valorem property taxes up to $350.00 (increased to $350 by Act 655 of 2009; further statutory increases may apply up to $425 depending on legislative session). Formula: Final Tax Due = max($0, Gross Ad Valorem Tax - Homestead Credit). State (Arkansas) — Arkansas Amendment 79 Assessment Growth Caps (Assessment Limitation): Caps annual assessed value growth following a countywide reappraisal: homestead parcel taxable assessments cannot increase by more than 5% per year, and non-homestead residential parcel taxable assessments cannot increase by more than 10% per year until taxable assessment reaches… State (Arkansas) — Arkansas Ad Valorem Property Tax Assessment Ratio and Valuation: Imposes an ad valorem property tax based on a uniform statutory assessment ratio of 20% of true market value.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents utilizing US Highway 67/167 for access to employment centers in Searcy or the Little Rock metro area.
Local recreation centers on outdoor activities including fishing and hunting, with proximity to the White River and local community parks.
The rental market is characterized by high vacancy pressure and limited institutional investment, with rents largely driven by local affordability constraints.
The economy is anchored by agriculture, local retail, and small-scale industrial operations, with many residents commuting to Searcy for larger employment opportunities.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle, with US Highway 67/167 serving as the primary arterial corridor.
Development is currently limited to small-scale residential projects and minor commercial improvements along the main highway corridor.
The White County Assessor manages property valuations, with assessments typically reflecting market value trends adjusted for local agricultural exemptions.
Parcels are subject to standard county and school district taxation; no specialized utility or hospital districts are reported for this ZIP.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional severe weather exposure, with standard coverage available through major state-wide carriers.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 72010 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides local green space and community recreational facilities.
Major regional waterway offering fishing and outdoor access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.