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 2,916
-40%
Cost of Living Index 106 vs 177
40% lower than Arlington
Population 1,544
-40%
Cost of Living Index 106 vs 177
40% lower than Arlington
Population 1,244
-40%
Cost of Living Index 106 vs 177
40% lower than Arlington
Population 339
-40%
Cost of Living Index 106 vs 177
40% lower than Arlington
Population 7,597
-32%
Cost of Living Index 120 vs 177
32% lower than Arlington
Population 7,027
-28%
Cost of Living Index 128 vs 177
28% lower than Arlington
Population 647
-25%
Cost of Living Index 133 vs 177
25% lower than Arlington
Population 6,173
-25%
Cost of Living Index 133 vs 177
25% lower than Arlington
Population 10,957
-17%
Cost of Living Index 146 vs 177
17% lower than Arlington
Population 2,689
-16%
Cost of Living Index 149 vs 177
16% lower than Arlington
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