Arlington, TX Census Data
The 7th largest city in Texas by population · 74 cities ranked
Arlington is the 7th largest city in Texas by population and ranks 40th of 74 for median household income. With 394,769 residents, its poverty rate of 13.1% ranks among the higher rates in Texas. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
394,769
49.1% male · 50.9% female
Median Age
33.6
5.1 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$73,519
$5,019 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
33.1%
1.9% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 86.0%
Poverty Rate
13.1%
0.7% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 18.7%
Broadband Access
97.3%
7.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$276,400
Median rent: $1,389 · 55% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.7%
Labor force participation: 66.0%
Per Capita Income
$39,549
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.6%
Disability rate: 10.3%
How Arlington Compares to Other Texas Cities
Rankings among all 74 Texas cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 7th of 74 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 40th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 42nd of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 39th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 40th of 74 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Arlington, TX Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Arlington, TX?
The population of Arlington, TX is 394,769 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 33.6 years.
What is the median household income in Arlington?
The median household income in Arlington, TX is $73,519, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $39,549.
What is the poverty rate in Arlington?
The poverty rate in Arlington, TX is 13.1%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 18.7% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Arlington residents have a college degree?
33.1% of adults (25+) in Arlington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 86.0% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Arlington?
The median home value in Arlington, TX is $276,400. Median rent is $1,389 per month, with 55% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Arlington?
Arlington's population is 43.2% White, 22.4% Black, 31.0% Hispanic or Latino, and 7.3% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Arlington rank among Texas cities?
Arlington is the 7th largest city in Texas by population, the 40th highest for median household income, the 42nd lowest for poverty rate, the 39th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 74 ranked Texas cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Arlington?
The unemployment rate in Arlington, TX is 5.7%, with a labor force participation rate of 66.0%. Per capita income is $39,549.
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