Arlington, WI

Wisconsin · Columbia County · Madison Metro

Arlington is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 947. Residents earn $97,031 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0

B Good

947 Population 911/sq mi density

$97,031 Median Income $38,598 per capita

$279,300 Home Value $346,214 Zillow

$1,267 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent

46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

40 Violent Crime/100K 837 property/100K

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.6 / 5.0

$97,031 median income, 4.2% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$279,300 home value, $1,267/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

40 violent crimes/100K (90% below avg)

C+

Education

2.9 / 5.0

23.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $97,031

29% higher than US avg

Home Value $279,300

1% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 40/100K

90% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 23.7%

30% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,267

9% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.6%

5% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.2%

17% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.8%

94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population947

Median Age33.9 yrs

Density911/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans5.9%

Economy

A+

Median Income$97,031

Per Capita$38,598

Unemployment4.2%

Poverty0.8%

County GDP$4,274M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$279,300

Rent$1,267

Ownership82.4%

Zillow$346,214

Housing Units320

Rent Burden20.8%

Crime

Violent40/100K

Property837/100K

Health

Obesity30.6%

Uninsured6.1%

Smoking11.4%

Depression23.8%

Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain35.5 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+23.7%

High School+98.6%

Graduate+7.5%

School Score5.93

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%

Commute24 min

Broadband90.3%

EV Stations1

Libraries10

Is Arlington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arlington receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. 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 $97,031, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arlington is $279,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,267 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Arlington is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 40 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 837 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Arlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Arlington has a population of 947 with a density of 911 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 1.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 5.9% of the population are veterans. 6.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 97.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

947

Total Population

911

People / sq mi

33.9yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%

Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Arlington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.0%

26% above US avg

Spanish 1.0%

93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arlington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arlington is $97,031, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,598. The average weekly wage is $1,013, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,775 business establishments, including 194 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 7.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Arlington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$97,031
	29% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,598
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,013
IRS Avg AGI	$79,589
Gini Index	0.402 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.2%
	17% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.8%
	94% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,775
County GDP	$4,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants	194
Healthcare	142
Retail	194
Manufacturing	84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,988
	71% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.1 min
Drive Alone	82.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Arlington is $279,300, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $346,214, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,267 (9% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 82.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 320 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1997. The average annual property tax is $5,988 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 20.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$279,300
	1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$346,214
Median List Price	$409,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$409,950
$/Sq Ft	$218
Homes Sold	3
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.1%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,267
	9% above US avg
Rent Burden	20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$797
1 Bedroom	$872
2 Bedrooms	$1,097
3 Bedrooms	$1,405
4 Bedrooms	$1,572

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	82.4%
Owner-Occupied	82.4%
Renter-Occupied	17.6%
Housing Units	320
Median Year Built	1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,988
	71% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.14%

In Arlington, 30.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.5% of residents, below the national average. 25.2% have high blood pressure. 11.4% are current smokers. 22.6% report binge drinking. 20.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.5% experience frequent mental distress. 6.1% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,543. The dentist ratio is 1:2,771. 68.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.6%
	5% below US avg
Diabetes	7.7%
Heart Disease	4.5%
High Blood Pressure	25.2%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	4.3%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.4%
	19% below US avg
Binge Drinking	22.6%
Physical Inactivity	20.6%
Depression	23.8%
Mental Distress	15.5%
Physical Distress	10.4%
Short Sleep	30.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.0%
Uninsured	6.1%
	29% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,543
Dentists	1:2,771
Mental Health	1:700
Checkup Rate	73.3%
Dental Visits	73.7%
Premature Death	6,231/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	68.9%
Healthcare Facilities	142

Arlington has a violent crime rate of 40 per 100,000 residents, 90% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 837 per 100,000, 57% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Arlington receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Arlington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	39.9/100K
	90% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	837.3/100K
	57% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	41
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Arlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. The area receives 42.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,043 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	46.0°F
	15% below US avg
January Average	18°F (-8°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,043 ft (318 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	911/sq mi
Coordinates	43.3351°N, 89.3726°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Columbia County County
Nearest Airport	Dane County Regional/Truax Field (MSN) 14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.5"

7% below US avg

Snowfall 42.6"

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.13"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.14"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0501 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	81.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	24.0 / 100
Community Resilience	91.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Very High
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

564 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 38 fatalities, 797 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 18, 1996	EF5	73 km	0
Jun 7, 1984	EF5	64 km	9
Apr 27, 1984	EF4	90 km	1
Apr 27, 1984	EF4	97 km	1
Jul 3, 1983	EF4	74 km	0
Apr 4, 1981	EF4	95 km	3
Apr 21, 1974	EF4	64 km	0
Apr 19, 1957	EF4	88 km	1
Apr 3, 1956	EF4	74 km	7
Sep 26, 1951	EF4	18 km	1
Jun 16, 2014	EF3	40 km	0
Aug 18, 2005	EF3	46 km	1
Jun 23, 2004	EF3	51 km	1
Jun 23, 2004	EF3	51 km	0
Aug 27, 1994	EF3	96 km	2
Aug 29, 1992	EF3	83 km	1
Jun 17, 1992	EF3	52 km	0
Jun 8, 1984	EF3	17 km	0
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	54 km	0
Apr 7, 1980	EF3	36 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

11 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: COTTONVILLE INCIDENT (3,466 ac, 2005).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2005	COTTONVILLE INCIDENT	3,466	91 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,524	64 km
2010	RX BURN	1,236	65 km
1994	SOMMERS	938	62 km
1988	PEACHY RD	812	61 km
2018	2018 BADGER RX BURNS	659	31 km
2019	2019 BADGER RX BURNS	627	30 km
2006	UNNAMED	612	62 km
2007	TOWER RD 2	592	61 km
2024	RX-HWY Y - SOUTH	553	65 km
2009	COLD SPRINGS	552	77 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	18°F (-8°C)	1.2 in	Coldest
February	21°F (-6°C)	1.1 in	Driest
March	32°F (0°C)	2.2 in
April	45°F (7°C)	3.3 in
May	58°F (14°C)	3.5 in
June	67°F (19°C)	4.0 in
July	71°F (22°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
August	69°F (20°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
September	61°F (16°C)	3.7 in
October	49°F (9°C)	2.4 in
November	35°F (2°C)	2.3 in
December	22°F (-6°C)	1.5 in

Arlington has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 18°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.1").

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Arlington is located in Columbia County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 23.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 51.6% of the vote, a 4.6-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 142 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%

D 47%

Winner: Republican by 4.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	41
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.7%
	30% below US avg
High School+	98.6%
Graduate Degree+	7.5%
School Test Score	5.93

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	911/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi
County	Columbia County County

Services

Broadband Access	90.3%
Avg Download Speed	62.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	3.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	10
Healthcare Facilities	142
Restaurants	194
Retail Stores	194

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.1 min
Drive Alone	82.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.9%

Average costs for common services in Arlington. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit	$329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit	$188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling	$235 ($141–$376)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement	$188 ($94–$329)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install	$6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair	$941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement	$8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense	$4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation	$471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation	$2,353 ($941–$4,705)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$235)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$188 ($94–$376)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$909
Toddler	$823
Preschool	$823
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$650
Preschool	$650

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Columbia County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	5,178	105	$69,473	2.87
Retail Trade	2,613	186	$34,576	1.19
Health Care & Social Assistance	2,455	305	$52,813	0.78
Accommodation & Food Services	2,002	174	$20,317	1.00
Construction	1,060	189	$69,469	0.92
Administrative & Waste Services	836	79	$47,595	0.65
Transportation & Warehousing	690	87	$49,896	0.74
Other Services	578	111	$47,586	0.87
Professional & Technical Services	526	101	$56,994	0.34
Arts & Entertainment	490	30	$21,417	1.33
Finance & Insurance	407	86	$67,206	0.46
Management of Companies	177	16	$74,375	0.48
Information & Technology	93	20	$72,835	0.23
Real Estate	81	48	$41,588	0.24
Educational Services	28	5	$22,219	0.06

Radio Stations near Arlington

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Wisconsin Public Radio: NPR News & Music Network	—	MP3 128 kbps
Wisconsin Public Radio: The Ideas Network	—	MP3 64 kbps
The Big 1070	sports	AAC
89.9FM WORT	—	MP3 192 kbps
WLHA	—	MP3 128 kbps
WORT 89.9	—	MP3 192 kbps
WPR News	—	MP3 64 kbps
WORT Community Radio	—	MP3 192 kbps
WJJO Solid Rock 94.1 JJO	—	MP3 96 kbps
WXXM "Rewind 92.1" Sun Prairie, WI	adult hits, classic hits	AAC 24 kbps

National Parks Near Arlington

41 national parks and monuments found near Arlington.

Park	Type	Fee
Allen Valley Siata	State Park	Free
Aztalan State Park	State Park	Free
Baraboo Hills Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Belmont Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Big Foot Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Blue Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Buckhorn State Park	State Park	Free
Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Capital Springs Centennial State Park And Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr	State Park	Free
Cross Plains State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Devils Lake State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Glacial Drumlin State Trail	State Park	Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access	State Park	Free
Governor Dodge State Park	State Park	Free
Governor Nelson State Park	State Park	Free
Hartman Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Hillsboro State Trail	State Park	Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Ice Age National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Ice Age Trail - Lm	State Park	Free
Ice Age Trail - Sd	State Park	Free
Lake Kegonsa State Park	State Park	Free
Mascoutin Valley State Trail	State Park	Free
Military Ridge State Trail	State Park	Free
Mill Bluff State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Mirror Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
New Glarus Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Ottawa Siata	State Park	Free
Pecatonica State Trail	State Park	Free
Roche A Cri State Park	State Park	Free
Rock Cut State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Arbor State Park	State Park	Free
Sauk Prairie State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Sugar River State Trail	State Park	Free
The 400 State Trail	State Park	Free
Tower Hill State Park	State Park	Free
White River State Trail	State Park	Free
Wild Goose State Trail	State Park	Free
Yellowstone Lake State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Arlington

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MT HOREB MUSTARD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	7477 HUBBARD AVENUE	6088312222	$62,046
NATIONAL MUSTARD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6088312222	$62,046
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY	GENERAL MUSEUM		6087451090
ARENA FIREFIGHTER MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	4703 MONONA DRIVE
BTIM BIOTECH INDUSTRY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
COLUMBIA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	112 NORTH MAIN STREET	6084291447
DEFOREST AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6088465482
FLYWAYS WATERFOWL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
FORT WINNEBAGO SURGEONS QUARTERS	GENERAL MUSEUM
GALLERY 211	ART MUSEUM		6082466100
GALLERY AT TRUAX	ART MUSEUM		6082466100
GOLDEN DAYS OF BURLESQUE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LODI VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6093991801
MADISON SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM
MARSHALL AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	128 E MAIN	6086553610
MIDDLETON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6088367614
NATIONAL MIDGET AUTO RACING HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	315 PARK ST
OLBRICH BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	3330 ATWOOD AVENUE
PORTAGE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	804 MACFARLANE RD	6087426682
PORTAGE CANAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PORTAGE WW II HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		6087421052
POYNETTE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6086354116
RIO AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SUN PRAIRIE HISTORICAL RESTORATIONS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SUN PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	SUN PRAIRIE	6088372915
SUN PRAIRIE LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM
WELLS RESEARCH LABORATORY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 14174

Libraries in Arlington

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MIDDLETON PUBLIC LIBRARY	7425 HUBBARD AVE.	344,515
SUN PRAIRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1350 LINNERUD DR.	221,615
DEFOREST AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY	203 LIBRARY ST.	211,724
PORTAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY	253 W. EDGEWATER ST.	167,024
WAUNAKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY	710 SOUTH ST.	161,567
LODI WOMAN'S CLUB PUBLIC LIBRARY	130 LODI ST.	41,236
POYNETTE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY	118 N. MAIN ST.	38,584
RIO COMMUNITY LIBRARY	324 W. LYONS ST.	20,228
ANGIE WILLIAMS COX PUBLIC LIBRARY	119 N. MAIN ST.	14,560
WYOCENA PUBLIC LIBRARY	165 E. DODGE ST.	7,101

Farmers Markets in Arlington

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Capitol View Farmers Market	5901 Sharpsburg Drive	06/01/2016 to 10/12/2016	Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
DeForest Farmers' Market	DeForest Street	06/05/2018 to 10/16/2018	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Downtown Middleton Farmers' Market	Terrace Avenue	05/07/2013 to 10/15/2013	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:30 PM;		Visit
Greenway Station Farmers' Market	Greenway Boulevard & Deming Way				Visit
Lodi Valley Farmers' Market	902 W Main St. (Hwy 113)	04/26/2013 to 10/25/2013	Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;
MIDDLETON FARMERS MARKET	Greenway Blvd. & Deming Way
Northside Farmers Market	2900 N. Sherman	05/06/2018 to 10/21/2018	Sun: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;		Visit
Northside Farmers Market at Edgewater	2957 County CX	06/09/2013 to 10/20/2013	Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Portage WI Farmers Market	Corner of Hwy 16 and Hwy 33	May to October	Thu:12:00 PM - 6:00 PM;	Yes
Poynette Area Farmers Market	South Main Street	05/10/2014 to 09/27/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM;
Prairie Lakes Farmers Market	2824 Prairie Lakes Dr, Ste. 201, Ste. 201		Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes
Sun Prairie Indoor Winter Farmers Market	301 Blankenheim Lane	11/05/2016 to 04/29/2017	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Sun Prairie Outdoor Summer Farmers Market	300 East Main Street	05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Waunakee Farm Market	Waun_A_Bowl prking lot

Hotels in Arlington

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Country Inn

Gas Stations in Arlington

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Breweries in Arlington

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Busse's Markway Tavern Inc	breweries & brew pubs, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, Madison Wisconsin, Venues, Bar, recreat	2005 N Sherman Ave	6082440320
Cactus Club Bar and Grill	barbecue, breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants	102 E Cook St	6087420222
Cottonwood Bar and Grill	cocktail lounge restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounges, food and drink, breweries &	312 De Witt St	6087425917
Gerks Junction	breweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants	2710 County Road V
Karben4 Brewing	Brewery, Bar	3698 Kinsman Blvd	6082414812	Visit
Madison Aerie 623 Foe	bar & grill restaurants, community association, organization, services, food and drink, breweries &	2109 Bartillon Dr	6082400033	Visit
Mickey D's Corner Bar	bar & grill restaurants, Bars, pub restaurants, Restaurants, breweries & brew pubs, Bar & Grills, re	102 Dane St	6088497439, 6088497837	Visit
One Barrel Brewing Company	Pub, Brewery	2001 Atwood Ave	6086309286	Visit
Parched Eagle	Brewery	5440 Willow Rd		Visit
Shanksnova Brewing	Brewery, Wi>brewery	711 Oneida Ct
The Lone Girl Brewing Company	Brewery, Pub, American Restaurant	114 E Main St	6088507175	Visit
Wiggie's Inc	breweries & brew pubs, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, Madison Wisconsin, Venues, Bar, recreat	1901 Aberg Ave	6082410544

Cell Towers in Arlington

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
PARDEEVILLE SITE: W5942 STATE HIGHWAY 33	TOWER	87
W10281 ROWLEY ROAD (78331)	LTOWER	82
6207 BARMAN RD (64265)	MTOWER	82
W4705 SAMPSON ROAD (79653)	LTOWER	61
N1306 PINE HOLLOW ROAD (38683)	LTOWER	61
606 NORTH STEVENSON STREET (38706)	MTOWER	60
7622 WILLBUR RD (64264)	LTOWER	59
N3299 MCMILLAN ROAD (78333)	MTOWER	58
428 EAST ALBERT STREET (97629)	MTOWER	51
300 PROSPECT AVENUE (78352)	LTOWER	44

Fire Stations in Arlington

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Arlington Volunteer Fire Department	200 Commercial ST	Volunteer			608-635-4717

Bridges in Arlington

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2017	265	530	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1961	235	270	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1961	206	204	F

Amtrak Stations in Arlington

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Portage, WI	400 West Oneida Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Arlington

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CARDINAL FG	1650 MOHR RD	COLUMBIA
CARDINAL FG	1650 MOHR RD	COLUMBIA

Airports Near Arlington

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Dane County Regional Truax Field	MSN	Medium Airport
Accurate Airport	—	Small Airport
Adams County Legion Field	—	Small Airport
Al's Airway Airport	—	Small Airport
Albany Airport	—	Small Airport
Ames Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Atkins Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Bancroft East Airport	—	Small Airport
Baraboo Wisconsin Dells Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Bed-Ah-Wick Field	—	Small Airport
Bennett Field	—	Small Airport
Berlin Field LLC	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Airfield	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Bountiful Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Brodhead Airport	—	Small Airport
Broken Prop Airport	—	Small Airport
Bulldog Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Buzzards Roost Airport	—	Small Airport
Cacic Airport	—	Small Airport
Cardinal Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Christie Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Clearwater Aero Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Clover Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Coleman Airport	—	Small Airport
Coloma Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Dane Airport	—	Small Airport
Darlington Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Del Monte Airport	—	Small Airport
Der Schwarzwald Airport	—	Small Airport
Digger Doug Airport	—	Small Airport
Docken Field	—	Small Airport
Dodge County Airport	UNU	Small Airport
Eberle Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Elert Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying H Airport	—	Small Airport
Forseth Field	—	Small Airport
Fort Atkinson Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Fountain Prairie Airport	—	Small Airport
Gilbert Field	—	Small Airport
Gutzmer's Twin Oaks Airport	—	Small Airport
Ha-Rail Airport	—	Small Airport
Hallick Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Happy Jacks Air Strip	—	Small Airport
Harju Airport	—	Small Airport
Hecklers' Strip	—	Small Airport
Higgins Airport	—	Small Airport
Hughes Airport	—	Small Airport
J & L Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
J-3 Cub Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Arlington

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
City of Sun Prairie Police Department
City of Sun Prairie Police Department
Columbia County Sheriff
Division of Community Corrections

Grocery Stores in Arlington

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
B & B Bent And Dent Groceries	Grocery Store	N227 US Highway 51

Treatment Centers in Arlington

5 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Center for Christian Counseling - Consultation and Training Inc	Both	608-274-8294
Childrens Service Society of WI - DBA Childrens Hosp of WI Comm Servs	Mental Health	608-221-3511
Common Threads Family Res Center	Mental Health	608-838-8999
Journey Mental Health Center - Community Treatment Alternatives CSP	Mental Health	608-280-2740
Psychological Addiction Services LLC	Substance Abuse	608-416-5777

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arlington

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ST PETERS LUTHERAN CHURCH	303 PARK ST
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH	W6906 HWY K

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arlington

What is the population of Arlington?

Arlington has a population of 947 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 911 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Arlington expensive to live in?

Arlington is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $97,031, 29% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $279,300 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,267 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Arlington safe?

Arlington is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 40 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 837 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Arlington receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Arlington?

Arlington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Arlington?

Arlington has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,013. There are 1,775 business establishments in the area, including 194 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 7.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Arlington?

The median home value in Arlington is $279,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $346,214. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,267. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 82.4%. The average annual property tax is $5,988.

How are the schools in Arlington?

Schools in Arlington score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.7% of adults in Arlington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Arlington?

The obesity rate in Arlington is 30.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of adults are smokers. 20.6% are physically inactive. 23.8% of residents report depression. 6.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 68.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,543.

What is transportation like in Arlington?

The average commute in Arlington is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Arlington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Arlington is 94.1% White, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 5.9% of the population are military veterans. 6.5% of residents have a disability. 97.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Poynette, WI 2,583 pop · 4.3 mi DeForest, WI 10,853 pop · 7.6 mi Windsor, WI 8,992 pop · 7.7 mi Lodi, WI 3,206 pop · 8.5 mi Dane, WI 1,039 pop · 8.9 mi Rio, WI 1,068 pop · 10.4 mi Waunakee, WI 14,927 pop · 11.1 mi Lake Wisconsin, WI 5,051 pop · 11.4 mi Sun Prairie, WI 36,455 pop · 12.5 mi Pardeeville, WI 1,804 pop · 14.4 mi Maple Bluff, WI 1,319 pop · 15.0 mi Portage, WI 10,374 pop · 15.5 mi Fall River, WI 1,739 pop · 16.8 mi Middleton, WI 22,235 pop · 17.1 mi

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