Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 19% of Residents
Under 20
33%
Over 65
9%
Arlington
Arlington, TN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,281
Population
13,744
Renter Mix
15% Rent
Fast-growing and historic, this Memphis-area secret is out.
Historic
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Suburban
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Fast-Growing
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Family-Friendly
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Wooded
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Tucked along I-40 on Memphis's northeast edge, Arlington has grown from a quiet rural stretch into one of Shelby County's most sought-after towns without losing its tree-lined character. Depot Square, the historic downtown shopping district, anchors the community, while easy highway access puts Memphis's entertainment, dining, and culture within a short drive.
The town's history runs deep. S.Y. Wilson & Company, a general store built around 1893, remains one of the county's oldest continuously operating businesses. The Rachel H.K. Burrow Museum, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offers an authentic glimpse of the area's past.
Arlington's rental landscape leans toward spacious options, with apartment communities and townhomes offering more square footage than you'd find closer to the city core. Each spring, the Arlington in April festival brings the community together, featuring live demonstrations at one of the nation's last working blacksmith shops. Whether you're drawn by Memphis access or the quieter pace of a fast-growing town, Arlington delivers both without compromise.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$110,553
Average: $127,746
Education
4,338
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
7,110
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Arlington has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
15%
Non-Renters
85%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
28%
Other Education
72%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Arlington, TN is $1,254 for one bedroom, $1,553 for two bedrooms, and $1,936 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Arlington has decreased by -8.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,254/month
772 Sq Ft
House
$2,434/month
2,218 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Arlington, TN is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
901 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
847 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
365 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
365 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
992 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,063 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
710 Students
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.