Arlington

VA

Arlington County, Virginia

Population 236K |Median income $142,114 |1 hospital

Population
236,254
Arlington County
Median Income
$142,114
+109% vs avg
Median Home Value
$895,000
+293% vs avg
Median Age
35.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
236K+10%
Median Income
$142,114+38%
Median Home Value
$895,000+53%
Poverty Rate
7.4%-7%
Unemployment
3.2%-16%

Economics

Median Rent
$2,322/mo
Poverty Rate
7.4% -48% vs avg
Unemployment 3.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 77.1%
Work From Home 35.3%
Public Transit 14%

Population

White 60.4%
Asian 10.5%
African American 9.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
28.3%
High Blood Pressure
25.9%
Obesity
25.3%
Binge Drinking
17.2%
Physical Inactivity
14.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.4%
Current Asthma
9%
Frequent Physical Distress
8.8%
Diabetes
8%
Current Smoking
7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.5%
Dental Visit 72%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
6.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
3.8%
Stroke
1.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
5/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
VIRGINIA HOSPITAL CENTER
ARLINGTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★

Alerts & News — Arlington Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Earthquakes

Minor M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 74 km NE of Tonopah, Nevada

USGS · 1h ago
Earthquakes

Moderate M 5.8 Earthquake Strikes Near Norsup, Vanuatu

USGS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Valdez Narrows Through Tuesday

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central North Carolina and South Central Virginia

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and Southern West Virginia Through 5:45 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Arlington, VA? ▼
Arlington, VA has a population of 236,254 people, located in Arlington County, Virginia.
What is the median household income in Arlington? ▼
The median household income in Arlington, VA is $142,114 per year. The poverty rate is 7.4%.
What is the median home value in Arlington? ▼
The median home value in Arlington, VA is $895,000. Median rent is $2,322/month.
What are the top health concerns in Arlington? ▼
The top health indicators in Arlington include Short Sleep Duration (28.3%), High Blood Pressure (25.9%), Obesity (25.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Arlington? ▼
Arlington has 1 hospital with an average rating of 5/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Arlington? ▼
The median age in Arlington, VA is 35.5 years. 77.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Arlington, VA is located in Arlington County, Virginia. With a population of 236K and a median household income of $142,114, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Arlington area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Arlington County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.