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Arlington, VA
Arlington · Arlington County · VA 22201
Updated October 22, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$782K
Median Price
94/100
Walk Score
9/10
Schools
9 min
to Washington, DC
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
ASchools
90/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
AWalkability
94/100
WYLT Score71/100
Our Take
Arlington is a solid choice if you want a walkable, transit‑ready spot with top‑rated schools and a high income level. It’s pricey and can be noisy, but the convenience and job opportunities more than compensate for those downsides.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent public schools (average rating 8.5/10)
- ✓Very walkable and bikeable urban core
- ✓Only a 9‑minute drive to Washington, DC for work or weekend trips
- ✓High median household income supports strong local economy
Real Talk
- !Home and rent prices are among the highest in the region
- !Traffic and noise can be persistent, especially near the interstate and commercial districts
- !Parking can be scarce and expensive in the downtown area
- !Cost of living, including utilities and groceries, runs above the national average
- $HOA or condo association fees
- $Higher insurance premiums for high‑value homes
- $Parking permits or monthly fees in commercial areas
Best For
young professionalscommuters to DCsmall familiesstudents and faculty
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Arlington, VA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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