The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 72149 sells for about $235,000, or $138 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 52 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,150 a month.
ZIP 72149 — Searcy
The housing market in 72149 shows steady growth with moderate inventory levels and consistent year-over-year price appreciation. Demand remains supported by the local university and healthcare sectors, though affordability remains a factor for some renters. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply are based on current local market activity.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and university-affiliated individuals seeking a balance of small-town community feel with access to regional employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 2.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 52 days on market with 4.6 months of supply — a fast-moving 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 3.8% · poverty 14.2% — 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 6.4%/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 5.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 72149, White County AR
Crime rates in the Searcy area are generally consistent with regional averages for similar-sized Arkansas municipalities, with property crime being the primary concern.
The area is served by the Searcy School District, which maintains a solid reputation for academic performance and extracurricular offerings within the region.
The region is subject to standard Arkansas weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near the Little Red River.
Economic momentum is driven by the presence of Harding University and a stable mix of healthcare and manufacturing employers, supporting steady local demand.
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 US Highway 67/167 serving as the main artery for travel toward the Little Rock metropolitan area.
Residents have access to Riverside Park, various local golf courses, and proximity to the Little Red River for fishing and outdoor activities.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand driven by university students and local workforce, with stable vacancy rates.
The economy is anchored by Harding University, Unity Health, and various manufacturing facilities, providing a diverse employment base.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with limited public transit options available within the city limits.
Ongoing infrastructure improvements to the highway corridor are the primary focus of local development planning.
White County Assessor manages property valuations based on market value assessments conducted periodically.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes and various county-level service district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional severe weather exposure, consistent with broader Arkansas market trends.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
Features walking trails and river access.
Major local anchor institution.
Private golf course and social club.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.