Arlington, MA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 42,194
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living Average
Health Care Limited
Median Home Price High
Median Income High

Climate

Arlington experiences varied four-season weather, with average highs of 82 degrees in July and average lows of 16 degrees in January.

Geography

Arlington is situated on flat land formerly occupied by farms.

Cultural Attractions

A short drive away is Boston, a city full of fine culture, shops and restaurants, and offering a wide range of cultural experiences, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Huntington Theatre, and the Museums of Fine Arts and Science.

Historical

Paul Revere passed through what is now called Arlington on his midnight ride.  Sam Wilson, aka Uncle Sam, was born here in September 14, 1766.

Economy

Arlington is a bedroom community for Boston commuters.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
42,194
Population under 55:
69.6%
Population over 55:
30.4%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Boston

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
80°F July High, 18°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$63,053
Median home price:
$449,000
Average property tax:
$6,363

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
6.4%
Low
Cost of living:
Average

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
11
Middle schools:
4
High schools:
3

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
53
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
78

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
70/10
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
106/11

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
76

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