Looking for a fresh start in a new Arlington neighborhood that is actually affordable? Fortunately, there are some neighborhoods that still offer affordable cost of living. Listed below are the most affordable neighborhoods in Arlington for 2026, ranked by their cost of living index. The cost of living index includes various items such as: goods and services, groceries, utilities, real estate and rental rates. For reference, the national average for cost of living is 100.

Population 25,946
-8%
Cost of Living Index 94 vs 102
8% lower than Arlington
Population 96,686
-5%
Cost of Living Index 96 vs 102
5% lower than Arlington
Population 3,519
-4%
Cost of Living Index 97 vs 102
4% lower than Arlington
Population 80,210
3%
Cost of Living Index 104 vs 102
3% higher than Arlington
Population 2,537
4%
Cost of Living Index 106 vs 102
4% higher than Arlington
Population 101,171
5%
Cost of Living Index 107 vs 102
5% higher than Arlington
Population 45,919
8%
Cost of Living Index 109 vs 102
8% higher than Arlington
Population 51,269
9%
Cost of Living Index 111 vs 102
9% higher than Arlington
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