Rental GuideArlington, TX

Arlington rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,600

Year Over Year Change

$40

Rentals available, last 30 days

865

Rent ranges for Arlington apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

15%

$1,501 - $2,250

37%

$751 - $1,500

42%

$0 - $750

15%

37%

42%

How has rent in Arlington, TX changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Arlington, TX, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,600, which is a 2.38% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Arlington, TX is about $1,077. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Arlington, TX is $1,451, and studios are about $975 per month.

See more Arlington, TX rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Arlington, TX?

schools

56,167

students

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Disclaimer: School ratings from Niche are intended for informational purposes only. Check with the nearby schools to verify eligibility and zoning criteria before using this data to decide on your next home.

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Who lives in Arlington, TX?

Gender

49% Male

51% Female

Age Range

0-19

29%

20-34

23%

35-44

13%

45-64

23%

65+

10%

Language

English

65%

Spanish

22%

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

14%

High School

46%

Bachelor's

28%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Arlington, TX?

Families

45% Families

55% Single

Property

44% Renters

56% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

16%

25-50k

22%

50-75k

20%

75-100k

13%

100-150k

15%

150k+

12%

How do residents get around Arlington, TX?

Arlington locals spend about 27 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. Residents or visitors looking to take public transit can hop on a trolley run by Arlington Trolley to navigate Arlington and nearby areas. The best way to fly in or out of Arlington is through Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 15.33 miles away.

Walking

7/10

Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Cycling

6/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Driving

7/10

This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

7/10

Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Scores for Arlington are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Arlington, TX

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Arlington

Quality schools

65%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

60%Satisfaction rating

Pet friendly

59%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Nightlife

Affordable housing

Job market

Weather

Dating scene

Public transportation

Cost of living

Nightlife

55%

Affordable housing

40%

Job market

30%

Weather

20%

Dating scene

20%

Public transportation

16%

Cost of living

10%

55%

40%

30%

20%

16%

10%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Arlington, TX?

The overall cost of living in Arlington, TX is 4% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Arlington you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.13 per carton, and milk $4.61. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $151 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	2% higher
Groceries	1% lower
Utilities	16% higher
Transportation	6% lower
Health	19% lower

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Goods & Services