Sign In Register

Arlington, TX Community

145 discussions from residents and visitors

Jace Mendoza

Career opportunities in Arlington, TX

Random thought, Average temperature is around 69°F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $73,519, which feels about average for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. Any advice would be great. The weather takes some ge...

2 replies 21 upvotes jobs
Cameron Rogers

Moving to Arlington — what should I know?

First post here. I'm a teacher here and Average temperature is around 69°F, so the weather is moderate. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Does this match your experience? The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are ...

0 replies 50 upvotes moving
Brielle Adams

Career opportunities in Arlington, TX

OK so Poverty rate is 10.0%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $276,400, which seems about average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What neighborhoods would you suggest? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough duri...

7 replies 26 upvotes jobs
Ann M.

Best things about Arlington that nobody talks about

As a 4-year resident, here are some things about Arlington that don't make it into the guides: 1. The local music scene is really vibrant 2. Community events happen almost every weekend 3. The local craft beer scene is legit Happy to answer questions.

15 replies 57 upvotes best-worst
Liam G.

Is Arlington worth moving to in 2026?

Alright, I'm a 42-year-old electrician and The median home value here is around $276,400, which seems about average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Thoughts? Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'...

2 replies 20 upvotes moving
Jace Mendoza

Top 5 things I love about Arlington

First post here. I've been here for 13 years and Crime rate is something to consider — Arlington sits at 510.8 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,389 for rent here. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think ...

5 replies 40 upvotes best-worst
Jace Mendoza

Career opportunities in Arlington, TX

First post here. I'm a remote worker and Median household income is $73,519, which feels about average for the area. It's a a mid-size city city with about 395K people. Crime rate is something to consider — Arlington sits at 510.8 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. ...

6 replies 32 upvotes jobs
Isla Mitchell

Arlington in the winter — how bad?

Hello, Median household income is $73,519, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $73,519 in Arlington. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. With a population of 395K, Arlington is a mid-size city. It's a a mid-size city city with about 395K people. T...

5 replies 20 upvotes qa
Jeremiah

Best kept secrets of Arlington, TX

OK so Been living here since 2012. Household incomes average around $73,519 in Arlington. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Has anyone dealt with this? The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. I'd say it's better for families than young sin...

1 replies 47 upvotes best-worst
Alice Gonzalez

Is Arlington good for remote workers?

Hey, I'm originally from New York and Homes are going for about $276,400 on average. Rent is about $1,389/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Thanks for reading.

9 replies 4 upvotes jobs
Kinsley Johnson

Co-working spaces in Arlington?

Hey, I've been here for 11 years and With a population of 395K, Arlington is a mid-size city. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Does this match your experience? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where...

4 replies 35 upvotes jobs
Kennedy Torres

Unpopular opinion about Arlington

First post here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Looking forward to hearing from you all.

6 replies 23 upvotes best-worst
Ann M.

Moving to Arlington for work — advice?

Anyone else feel this way? My family moved here when I was a kid. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 395K people. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

21 replies 29 upvotes moving
Cameron Rogers

Job market in Arlington for tech?

Hey, With a population of 395K, Arlington is a mid-size city. Median household income is $73,519, which feels about average for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The suburbs are wh...

4 replies 53 upvotes jobs
Bennett R.

Things that make Arlington unique

Anyone else feel this way? With a population of 395K, Arlington is a mid-size city.

13 replies 20 upvotes best-worst
Dylan Anderson

Best hidden gems in Arlington

Hey folks, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and With a population of 395K, Arlington is a mid-size city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cheers.

2 replies 3 upvotes best-worst
Ralph S.

Is Arlington a good place to live?

Hello, I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $276,400, which seems about average. Rent is about $1,389/month for a decent place. Median household income is $73,519, which feels about average for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weath...

5 replies 50 upvotes living
Charlotte Patel

Pros and cons of Arlington after 6 years

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a teacher here and Average temperature is around 69°F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $73,519 in Arlington. Rent is about $1,389/month for a decent place. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Traffic can be ro...

0 replies 40 upvotes living
Alexa Ortiz

Moving to Arlington — what should I know?

Hi all, Born and raised here. Rent is about $1,389/month for a decent place. Median household income is $73,519, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,389 for rent here. With a population of 395K, Arlington is a mid-size city. Poverty rate is 10.0%, which is pretty ...

7 replies 60 upvotes moving
Zoey Jones

Quick question about Arlington

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Homes are going for about $276,400 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Would love some local perspective.

1 replies 2 upvotes qa
Isaiah Gomez

Starting a business in Arlington?

Anyone else feel this way? I've been here for 15 years and Crime rate is something to consider — Arlington sits at 510.8 per 100K. The median home value here is around $276,400, which seems about average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 395K people. Household incomes average around $73,519 in...

1 replies 21 upvotes jobs
Alexa Ortiz

Job hunting in Arlington — tips?

Hey folks, Just moved here 3 months ago and It's a a mid-size city city with about 395K people. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Worth the trade-offs? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cost of living i...

36 replies 17 upvotes jobs
Ralph S.

Arlington vs Austin — which is better?

Hi all, I work in food service and Median household income is $73,519, which feels about average for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What would you do? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

6 replies 9 upvotes best-worst
Alice Gonzalez

Is Arlington walkable?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What are your go-to spots? Looking forward to hearing from you all.

1 replies 18 upvotes qa
Grace Ramos

What surprised you most about Arlington?

Alright, We have two kids and Rent is about $1,389/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $73,519 in Arlington. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

6 replies 58 upvotes best-worst
Ralph S.

Starting a business in Arlington?

Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $73,519 in Arlington. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-l...

4 replies 14 upvotes jobs
Hazel

Is it worth buying in Arlington?

Random thought, Just moved here 8 months ago and The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Has anyone dealt with this? The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

0 replies 35 upvotes housing
← Back to Arlington Data