The population of Arlington, TX was estimated to be 402,000 in 2022. The median age of the Arlington population is 32.9.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Arlington, TX is about 5% lower than the national average. The median household income in Arlington is $63,351.
Arlington, TX Education
High School Graduate: 28%
Some College: 27%
Associates Degree: 9%
Bachelor's or Higher Degree: 36%
Workforce Participation Rates by Education
Less than High School: 72%
High School Graduate: 78%
Some College: 85%
Bachelor's Degree or Greater: 86%
Unemployment Rate by Education
Less than High School: 5%
High School Graduate: 4%
Some College: 5%
Bachelor's Degree or Greater: 3%
Estimated education data based on residents over 25 years old in Arlington, TX. Employment data based on residents age 25-64.
Arlington Job Market
Arlington is a large city in Texas with a population of over 400,000. It is located near both Dallas and Fort Worth in northern Texas. Top industries in Arlington include Government, Health Services, Education, Leisure and Hospitality, and Trade, Transportation, and Utilities. The job market in Arlington is diverse and growing rapidly. People like working in Arlington because of the mild winters, the original Six Flags, and the music scene. Overall, average weekly wages for most occupations and cost of living are about the same in Arlington as they are in the rest of the US.