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Arlington, IL

Illinois

Arlington is a small town in Illinois with a population of 181. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
181 Population 453/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $33,689 per capita
$103,400 Home Value
$1,018 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,400 home value, $1,018/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,018
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.6%
82% higher than US avg

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

People

Population181
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density453/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$33,689
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty22.6%
County GDP$1,598M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,400
Rent$1,018
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units90
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking18.2%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation737 ft (225 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute31 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries14

Is Arlington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arlington receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, 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 $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 22.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arlington is $103,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,018 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Arlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Arlington has a population of 181 with a density of 453 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

181
Total Population
453
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Arlington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arlington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arlington is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Arlington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,689
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$67,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.6%
82% above US avg
Establishments (County)771
County GDP$1,598M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare60
Retail95
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,364
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Arlington is $103,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,018 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,400
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,018
12% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units90
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,364
53% above US avg
Effective Rate5.19%
In Arlington, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death8,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities60
Arlington has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall28.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation737 ft (225 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density453/sq mi
Coordinates41.4715°N, 89.2479°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.3-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density453/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants77
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

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