2023 ACS Census Data · Population 235,463
Arlington County is a mid-sized county in Virginia with a population of 235,463. The median household income is $140,160, 115% above the national average. The poverty rate is 7.1%, median home value is $864,800, and 77.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Its college education attainment is 220% above the national average.
Population
235,463
2023 estimate
Rank #297 of 3,222 counties
Median Income?The midpoint of all household incomes — half of households earn more, half earn less.Learn more →
$140,160
Household
Rank #12 of 3,222 counties
Median Home Value?Estimated market value of owner-occupied homes at the 50th percentile.
$864,800
Owner-occupied
Rank #17 of 3,222 counties
Bachelor's Degree+?Percent of adults 25 and older who hold at least a bachelor's degree.Learn more →
77.1%
Adults 25+
Rank #2 of 3,222 counties
Location
Population breakdown by race, ethnicity, and age
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Female Population?Percent of the total population identifying as female.
49.7%
Foreign-Born?Percent of residents born outside the United States.
21.9%
Speak Non-English at Home?Percent of households where a language other than English is spoken at home.
28.6%
Veterans?Percent of civilian population 18 and over who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
5.1%
Income, poverty, and employment data from the American Community Survey
Benchmarks vs State & National
Median Household Income
87% above Virginia avg·115% above national avg
Poverty Rate
45% above Virginia avg·52% above national avg
Labor Force Participation
32% above Virginia avg·32% above national avg
Economic Indicators
Per Capita Income?Total income divided by total population — the average income per person, regardless of household size.Learn more →
$88,024
Poverty Rate?Percent of residents living below the federal poverty line, which varies by household size.Learn more →
7.1%
Labor Force Participation?Percent of civilians 16+ who are employed or actively looking for work.Learn more →
76.3%
Home values, ownership rates, and rental costs
Benchmarks vs State & National
Median Home Value
211% above Virginia avg·313% above national avg
Median Monthly Rent
100% above Virginia avg·145% above national avg
Home Ownership Rate
41% below Virginia avg·43% below national avg
Housing Cost Burden
19% below Virginia avg·27% below national avg
Housing Units
120,746
Households
111,530
Ownership & Cost Burden
Persons per Household?Average number of people living in each occupied housing unit.
2.1
Median Owner Costs (w/ Mortgage)?Typical monthly costs for homeowners with a mortgage, including principal, interest, taxes, and insurance.Learn more →
$3,528
Broadband Subscription?Percent of households with a broadband internet subscription.Learn more →
94.5%
Mean Commute Time?Average one-way travel time to work, in minutes, for workers 16 and older.Learn more →
27 min
Educational attainment among adults
Benchmarks vs State & National
Bachelor's Degree Rate
165% above Virginia avg·220% above national avg
High School Graduation Rate
7% above Virginia avg·8% above national avg
Attainment
Health & Access
With Disability (under 65)?Percent of residents under 65 with a cognitive, physical, or sensory disability.Learn more →
4.2%
Without Health Insurance (under 65)?Percent of residents under 65 who lack any form of health insurance coverage.Learn more →
5.7%
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