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Logan C.

Starting a business in Arlington?

So, Household incomes average around $140,160 in Arlington. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Jordan A.

Day-to-day life in Arlington, VA

Household incomes average around $140,160 in Arlington. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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real_jonathan52

How much do you pay for rent in Arlington?

I'm a college student here and With a population of 235K, Arlington is a mid-size city. Crime rate is something to consider — Arlington sits at 182.7 per 100K. The median home value here is around $864,800, which is pretty steep. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high b...

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Logan C.

Best apartments in Arlington under ?

Been meaning to ask this. With a population of 235K, Arlington is a mid-size city. Poverty rate is 5.0%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $140,160 in Arlington. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a...

7 replies 34 upvotes housing
Ethan W.

Internet providers in Arlington?

Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider — Arlington sits at 182.7 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $2,275 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neig...

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Ethan W.

Arlington quality of life — am I missing something?

It's a a mid-size city city with about 235K people. With a population of 235K, Arlington is a mid-size city. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Am I wrong here? The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent i...

3 replies 59 upvotes living
Paisley Cooper

Starting a business in Arlington?

First post here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Am I wrong here?

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Hailey Carter

Commute times in Arlington — how bad?

First post here. Rent is about $2,275/month for a decent place. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Am I wrong here? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Sadie Collins

Arlington housing prices — when will it stop?

Hi all, Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $140,160 in Arlington. With a population of 235K, Arlington is a mid-size city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What would you do? The suburbs are where most ...

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Jameson Clark

Is Arlington worth it salary-wise?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Rent is about $2,275/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Lauren G.

Best neighborhoods in Arlington

Hey folks, Homes are going for about $864,800 on average. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. Should I be concerned? Thanks for reading. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Linda P.

What Arlington does better than anywhere else

Been meaning to ask this. I work in logistics and Poverty rate is 5.0%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $2,275/month for a decent place. With a population of 235K, Arlington is a mid-size city. Average temperature is around 58°F, so the weather is moderate. The city has invested a lot in new deve...

2 replies 17 upvotes best-worst
Melanie Ramos

Moving from Omaha to Arlington next month

Hey, I'm originally from Phoenix and Median household income is $140,160, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,275 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better o...

9 replies 55 upvotes moving
Angel W.

Arlington job market vs Las Vegas

So, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The median home value here is around $864,800, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $864,800 on average. Median household income is $140,160, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $2,275/month for a decent place. Property taxes are...

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Tyler C.

Arlington in the winter — how bad?

First post here. Rent is about $2,275/month for a decent place. Median household income is $140,160, which feels pretty solid for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Anyone in a similar situation? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprising...

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Nova Long

Planning a move to Arlington — neighborhoods?

Hey, Crime rate is something to consider — Arlington sits at 182.7 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Any advice would be great. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or wors...

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Jose Hernandez

Is public transit usable in Arlington?

Hi all, I'm a college student here and Rent is about $2,275/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $140,160 in Arlington. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Kayla M.

Is public transit usable in Arlington?

Been meaning to ask this. It's a a mid-size city city with about 235K people. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Worth the trade-offs? Appreciate any input. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I ...

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tulsawalker2023

Anyone work in healthcare in Arlington?

Curious what people think. I'm a 26-year-old graphic designer and Homes are going for about $864,800 on average. Average temperature is around 58°F, so the weather is moderate. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What are...

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tulsawalker2023

Best companies to work for in Arlington?

Longtime lurker here, We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $864,800 on average. Household incomes average around $140,160 in Arlington. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Does this ...

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Jacob Kelly

Worst things about Arlington nobody talks about

Curious what people think. I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 5.0%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $2,275/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Anyone in a similar situation? TIA! The parks and outdoor area...

24 replies 30 upvotes best-worst
Aiden Gomez

Raising a family in Arlington — thoughts?

First post here. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cost of living is definitely rising, bu...

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Melanie Ramos

Best kept secrets of Arlington, VA

Anyone else feel this way? The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. What do you all think? Appreciate any input.

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Catherine B.

Things Arlington needs to improve

Hi all, I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. H...

0 replies 57 upvotes best-worst
Paisley Cooper

The good and bad of living in Arlington

My partner and I are With a population of 235K, Arlington is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $864,800, which is pretty steep. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cheers. It's changing fast — some good, some not so mu...

3 replies 9 upvotes living
Jacob Kelly

First time home buyer in Arlington

So, Born and raised here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Let me know your thoughts.

3 replies 58 upvotes housing
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