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Arlington, IA

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Arlington is a small town in Iowa with a population of 452. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
452 Population 452/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $26,936 per capita
$110,900 Home Value $245,244 Zillow
$525 Median Rent 33.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,900 home value, $525/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

How Arlington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population452
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density452/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$26,936
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$1,075M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,900
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,244
Housing Units205
Rent Burden33.8%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking18.2%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,135 ft (346 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+87.7%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute41 min
Broadband65.9%
Libraries11

Is Arlington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arlington receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Arlington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arlington is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arlington is $110,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Arlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches, including 39.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Arlington has a population of 452 with a density of 452 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

452
Total Population
452
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Arlington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arlington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arlington is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Arlington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,936
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$65,872

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)680
County GDP$1,075M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare50
Retail94
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.2 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Arlington is $110,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,244.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,244

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden33.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.7%
Housing Units205
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Rate2.91%
In Arlington, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Arlington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits64.7%
Premature Death8,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities50
Arlington has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall39.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,135 ft (346 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density452/sq mi
Coordinates42.7488°N, 91.6710°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 65.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+87.7%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density452/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.9%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants41
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.2 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

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