Community Profiles

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arlington waWhile maintaining its small town atmosphere in a rural setting, Arlington is conveniently located near larger metropolitan interests.  

The city welcomes economic development that complements the City’s exceptional quality of life.  The community is exceptional for its public school system and recreation opportunities.

Adjacent to I-5 and easy access to the Seattle metropolitan area, Arlington offers industrial, commercial and retail operations close to residential areas.  Arlington boasts an unusually high jobs-to-population ratio and is home to a wide variety of manufacturing, construction and technology businesses. The Arlington Airport, owned by the City, is one of the state’s premier general aviation airports.

Smokey Point is a business community located in southwest Arlington that is a rapidly growing commercial and retail area serving Arlington and the City of Marysville. The locale also boasts a growing number of residential neighborhoods and golf courses.

Hiking, boating, and fishing with picnic facilities in the midst of those areas. The Arlington Airport is the site of the annual Northwest EAA Fly-In, attracting over 50,000 visitors from throughout the United States and Canada.

Distance From

  • Work:
    • Everett: 15 min
    • South Everett: 25 min
    • Bellevue: 1 hr
  • Skiing: 1 hour
  • Boating: 5 mins – 3.5 hours

K-12 School District

Arlington School District

Arlington

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Population

Total Population

20,439

Population
Growth Rate

0.84%

Median Age

36

Diversity Index

51.800

Housing & Income

Households

7,546

Total Housing Units

8,074


Owner Occupied

4,942

Renter Occupied

2,604

Vacant

528

Median Home Value

$454,245


Average Home Value

$513,256

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

3.97%

Income Projection

Median Household

$88,105 $105,200


Average Household

$105,840 $129,557


Per Capita

$39,062 $47,454

Workforce

Total Businesses

1,108

Total Employed

12,428

Workers 16+

10,528

2022 Retail Trade Businesses

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Businesses

166

Employed

2,662

2022 Manufacturing Businesses

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Businesses

85

Employed

1,711

2022 HealthCare/Social Assist

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Businesses

148

Employed

1,676

2022 Construction Businesses

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Businesses

89

Employed

1,205

2022 Motor Vehicles/Parts Dealers

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Businesses

30

Employed

914

2022 Educational Services - Businesses

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Businesses

25

Employed

826

Some
High School

762

Graduated
High School

3,529

Associates
Degree

1,673

Bachelor's
Degree

1,683

Graduate
Degree

1,283

Average Commute Time

29 min.



Resident Commuters

9,125

Non-Resident Commuters

1,383

Drive Alone

8,241

Carpooled

1,358

Public

63

Work At Home

716