Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 7.1% ▼ 29% below avg |
| College Grads | 81.5% ▲ 110% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 35% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,624 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,682 (7.3%) |
| Some College | 6,191 (3.9%) |
| Associates | 9,528 (6%) |
| Bachelors | 5,566 (3.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 125,017 (78.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $150,260 ▲ 97% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $835,270 ▲ 200% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,240/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 121,138 |
| Vacant Units | 9,216 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Arlington County is located in Virginia and encompasses 28 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 235,967 residents. With a median age of 36.21, it is a relatively young county.
Arlington County has a affluent economic profile. The median household income of $150,260 is significantly above the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.1% is well below the national average.
Housing in Arlington County is among the most expensive housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $835,270 — more than double the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $2,240.
The residents of Arlington County are majority White (58.79%). Educational attainment is highly educated — 81.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, more than double the national average.
Arlington County, VA is a affluent area in Virginia. The 28 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22201 | Arlington | 38,419 | $141,736 | $760,700 | $2,468 | 2.7% | 90.1% |
| 22202 | Arlington | 27,352 | $141,933 | $838,400 | $2,448 | 2.2% | 87.5% |
| 22203 | Arlington | 25,921 | $132,402 | $809,700 | $2,318 | 4.1% | 83.0% |
| 22204 | Arlington | 51,971 | $109,277 | $672,100 | $1,871 | 4.1% | 69.3% |
| 22205 | Arlington | 17,566 | $192,951 | $1,070,500 | $1,843 | 1.9% | 83.0% |
| 22206 | Arlington | 20,678 | $136,472 | $569,700 | $2,332 | 3.1% | 81.9% |
| 22207 | Arlington | 35,186 | $237,126 | $1,201,800 | $2,305 | 2.4% | 82.3% |
| 22209 | Arlington | 13,725 | $110,824 | $799,900 | $2,171 | 5.5% | 87.7% |
| 22213 | Arlington | 4,063 | $169,201 | $1,049,500 | $3,501 | 2.4% | 82.1% |
| 22211 | Fort Myer | 1,086 | $234,250 | — | $3,501 | 0.4% | 31.3% |