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City Report · TX

Arlington

Pop. 397,742·175th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Arlington, TX
Median rent (all units)
$1,546/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.7%
Month-over-Month
-0.9%
vs US Median
-$419
Falling (Monthly)
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Arlington · $1,546
More affordable than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
69/100
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Rents are 9% below what Arlington's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,546/mo
Expected by trend
$1,707/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Arlington's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,135
1 BR
$1,212
2 BR
$1,413
3 BR
$1,870
4 BR+
$2,282
Research median
$1,413/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$18,552/yr
At $1,546/mo median
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Rents are climbing (4.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.7% YoY, -0.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Arlington, TX is roughly split between renters and owners, 32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
397,742
Median income
$75,171
Median age
33.7
Renters
45.7%
Age distribution
24.8%
27%
25.3%
Under 1824.8%
18–3427%
35–5425.3%
55–6410.9%
65+12%
Gender
49.3%
50.7%
Male49.3%
Female50.7%
Race & ethnicity
38.7%
22.7%
32.2%
White38.7%
Black22.7%
Hispanic32.2%
Asian7.4%
Education (25+)
14.4%
23.3%
29.6%
32.6%
No HS diploma14.4%
HS diploma23.3%
Some college29.6%
Bachelor's+32.6%
Housing tenure
54.3%
45.7%
Owner54.3%
Renter45.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Arlington, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,229 → $1,546
up 25.8%
Income
$65,481 → $75,171
up 14.8%
Population
392,304 → 397,742
up 1.4%
Renter share
45% → 45.7%
+0.7 pts
Bachelor's+
31.7% → 32.6%
+0.9 pts
Median age
33.1 → 33.7
+0.6 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Arlington, TX has climbed from $1,229 to $1,546, a 25.8% change over five years. Census figures show median household income at $75,171 today, compared with $65,481 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.4% since 2021, moving from about 392,304 residents to roughly 397,742. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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By apartment size

Arlington rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Arlington. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Arlington, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Arlington is $1,546/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,135/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,413/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,212/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,870/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($75,171/yr), Arlington ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Arlington an affordable city for renters?

Arlington is considered affordable for renters. At $1,546/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($75,171/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Arlington falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Arlington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $62,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,546/mo in Arlington. The local median household income is $75,171/yr, meaning the typical Arlington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Arlington?

Rent in Arlington has increased 4.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Arlington neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Arlington are 76006 ($1,215/mo), 76010 ($1,296/mo), and 76011 ($1,427/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Arlington is $1,546/mo.

How does Arlington rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Arlington is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #175 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,546/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Arlington?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Arlington ($1,546/mo): Bedford ($1,405/mo), Hurst ($1,505/mo).

What percentage of Arlington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.7% of Arlington households are renters, while 54.3% are owner-occupied. Arlington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Arlington rent compare to the national average?

Arlington's median rent of $1,546/mo is $419 (21%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #175 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,546/mo, rent takes ~25% of Arlington's median household income ($75,171/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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