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Arlington, KY

Kentucky

Arlington is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 235. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
235 Population 618/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $22,943 per capita
$64,400 Home Value $93,344 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,400 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,400
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.6%
98% higher than US avg

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

People

Population235
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density618/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans15.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$22,943
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty24.6%
County GDP$426M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,400
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$93,344
Housing Units166
Rent Burden32.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation346 ft (105 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+82.5%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 23%
Commute35 min
Broadband74.8%
Libraries2

Is Arlington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arlington receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 24.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arlington is $64,400, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Arlington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Arlington has a population of 235 with a density of 618 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.6%), with 8.9% Black.

Population

235
Total Population
618
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Arlington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arlington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arlington is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Arlington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,943
Avg Weekly Wage$811
IRS Avg AGI$55,273

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.6%
98% above US avg
Establishments (County)402
County GDP$426M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare27
Retail46
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,356
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Arlington is $64,400, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $93,344.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,400
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$93,344

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.1%
Housing Units166
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,356
33% below US avg
Effective Rate3.66%
Arlington has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation346 ft (105 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density618/sq mi
Coordinates36.7898°N, 89.0132°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS29133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.7-point margin. 74.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.5%
D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 53.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+82.5%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density618/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants28
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Nearby Cities

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