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Side-by-side: Austin, TX vs Arlington, TX
Figures are for incorporated city limits unless noted. Crime rates are citywide and can hide neighborhood variation — see methodology.
| Metric | Austin, TX | Arlington, TX | U.S. baseline | Context / gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 967,862 | 394,769 | N/A | City limits only (not metro / MSA) |
| Median household income | $91,461 | $73,519 | $78,538 | 16% above national average · relatively higher |
| Median home value | $512,700 | $276,400 | $303,400 | 69% above national average |
| Median rent | $1,655 | $1,389 | $1,348 | 23% above national average |
| Housing cost index | 146 | 97 | 100 | 100 = U.S. average (ACS home + rent) |
| Unemployment | 3.5% | 4.0% | 4.2% | County LAUS rate, not city-only |
| Avg commute | 26 min | 26 min | 25 min | Near national average |
| Violent crime rate | 400.9 / 100k | 510.8 / 100k | 602.7 / 100k | Citywide rate — inspect neighborhood / block data |
| Property crime rate | 3710.5 / 100k | 2806.6 / 100k | 3084.9 / 100k | Citywide rate — inspect neighborhood / block data |
| Sunny days | 279 days | 285 days | 266 days | Near national average |
| Summer high | 96°F | 95°F | 87°F | NOAA normals · nearest station |
| Winter low | 44°F | 39°F | 34°F | NOAA normals · nearest station |
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