Cost of Living in Arlington, TX
Population: 394,769 • 2026 Data
$73,519
Median Household Income
-5% vs national
$1,389
Median Monthly Rent
+3% vs national
$276,400
Median Home Value
-18% vs national
5.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Arlington
The median home value in Arlington, TX is $276,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,389, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,420.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Arlington, TX is $73,519. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7%, with a labor force of 216,087 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.