Median Income
$75,625
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$159,200
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,208
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.5%
31% lower than US avg
How Arlington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population720
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density340/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Economy
A
Median Income$75,625
Per Capita$30,897
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$465M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$159,200
Rent$1,208
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$292,650
Health
Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain9.3 in/yr
Elevation728 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+77.0%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2
Is Arlington a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Arlington receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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 $75,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Arlington is $159,200, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,208 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Arlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.3 inches, including 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Arlington has a population of 720 with a density of 340 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.8%), with 13.9% Hispanic.
Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Arlington vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.2% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.8% |
| 19% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Arlington vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Arlington is $75,625, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Arlington vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,625 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,897 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,248 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,151 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 147 |
| County GDP | $465M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,400 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.14% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
The median home value in Arlington is $159,200, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,208 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,650.
Home Values
| Census Median | $159,200 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $292,650 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,208 |
| 4% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,400 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.14% |
In Arlington, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Arlington vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.9% |
| Depression | 28.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,863/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 39.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Arlington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Arlington has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.4°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 9.3 inches |
| 76% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 5.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 728 ft (222 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 340/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7253°N, 120.1890°W |
| County FIPS | 41021 |