Arlington, Virginia
Arlington: A county in Virginia.
About
Arlington is a city located in the county of Arlington in the U.S. state of Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 209,311. After 5 years in 2015 city had an estimated population of 229,164 inhabitants.
The city was created 225 years ago in 1801.
Arlington is a county and independent city in Virginia located directly across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. With over 230,000 residents, it is the sixth largest city in Virginia.
History and Origins
Arlington originated from territory that was formerly part of Alexandria County and ceded back to Virginia in 1847. It grew as a streetcar suburb.
Key historical facts:
- Originally part of Washington, D.C. before being retroceded to Virginia in 1847
- Served as an army outpost during the Civil War
- Developed streetcar suburbs in the late 19th century
- Saw major office and residential growth after WWII
Economy and Major Industries
Arlington has a strong service economy focused on government, technology, hospitality, retail, and consulting. Major employers include:
- U.S. Department of Defense at the Pentagon
- Amazon Web Services and corporate offices
- Numerous federal government agencies
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Attractions and Things to Do
Popular attractions include:
- Arlington National Cemetery and war memorials
- Iwo Jima Memorial statue
- National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial
- Parks like Theodore Roosevelt Island
- Fun dining, bars, and nightlife in Clarendon/Wilson Boulevard
Arlington provides heritage, memorials, offices, and amenities next to Washington D.C.
Quick Facts about Arlington
| Population | 229,164 (2015) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Virginia (United States) |
| County | Arlington County |
| Twitter username | arlingtonva |
| Postal code | 22201–22246 |
| Phone Area Codes | 703, 571 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.36% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.64% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.8810,-77.1043 |
| Named for | Henry Bennet, 1st Earl of Arlington |
| Altitude | 860 feet / 262, 80 meters |
| Capital | Arlington |
| Establishment | February 27, 1801 (225 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−04:00, Eastern Time Zone, UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 17:16:28 (17th April 2026) |
| Population growth | 8.66% (2010-2015) |
| Weather | 84℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Arlington is located at 38°52'52"N 77°6'15"W (38.8810100, -77.1042800). It has 5 neighbors: District of Columbia, Montgomery County, Alexandria, Fairfax County and Falls Church.
Arlington map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. Northwest wind 7 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Demographics
The population of Arlington increased by 8.66% in 5 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 209,311 | - | estimation process |
| 2011 | 207,627 | -0.81% | 2010-04-01T00:00:00Z |
| 2012 | 221,275 | 6.17% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 224,906 | 1.61% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 229,164 | 1.86% | demographic balance |
Best Things to Do in Arlington
1US Marine Corps War Memorial
Arlington, VA 22209, United States View details
Phone: +17032892500 | Website available
2Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington, VA, United States View details
Phone: +18779078585 | Website available
3Air Force Memorial
1 Air Force Memorial Dr, Arlington, VA 22204, United States View details
Phone: +17039790674 | Website available
4Long Bridge Park
475 Long Bridge Drive, Arlington, VA 22202, United States View details
Phone: +17032286525 | Website available
5National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial
1 N Rotary Rd, Arlington, VA 22202, United States View details
Phone: +17039969853 | Website available
Where to Eat in Arlington
1Ted's Montana Grill
2200 Crystal Dr Suite A, Arlington, VA 22202, United States View details
Phone: +17034168337 | Website available
2Ruth's Chris Steak House
2231 Crystal Dr 11th Floor, Arlington, VA 22202, United States View details
Phone: +17039797275 | Website available
3CAVA
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Smith Blvd Terminal B, Arlington, VA 22202, United States View details
Phone: +17034172125 | Website available
4Five Guys
2401 Smith Blvd, Arlington, VA 22202, United States View details
Phone: +17034171990 | Website available
Where to Stay in Arlington
1Hyatt Regency Crystal City At Reagan National Airport
2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA 22202, United States View details
Phone: +17034181234 | Website available
2Crystal Gateway Marriott
1700 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA 22202, United States View details
Phone: +17039203230 | Website available
3Key Bridge Marriott
1401 Lee Hwy, Arlington, VA 22209, United States View details
Phone: +17035246400 | Website available
4Hyatt Centric Arlington
1325 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22209, United States View details
Phone: +17035251234 | Website available
5The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City
1250 S Hayes St, Arlington, VA 22202, United States View details
Phone: +17034155000 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Arlington
1Arlington Convention and Visitors Service
1100 N Glebe Rd #1500, Arlington, VA 22201, United States View details
Phone: +18006776267 | Website available
People born in Arlington (115)
People born in Arlington, including philanthropist Bob Wallace, television and online journalist, presenter, producer, and author Katie Couric, musician Rachael Yamagata, .
More notable people
- Stan Winston (american television and film special make-up creator) he was born in 07/04/1946
- Adam Curry (broadcasting and Internet personality) he was born in 03/09/1964
- David M. Brown (American astronaut) he was born in 16/04/1956
- Asher Monroe (American dancer and actor) he was born in 18/09/1988
- Bill Potts (American musician) he was born in 03/04/1928
- Kate Fleming (American actress, artist, singer, audio book narrator and producer) she was born in 06/10/1965
- Terrence Jennings (American taekwondo practitioner) he was born in 28/07/1986
- Tom Dolan (American swimmer) he was born in 15/09/1975
- Will Yun Lee (American actor) he was born in 22/03/1971
- Mark Linkous (American musician) he was born in 09/09/1962
- John Franklyn Mars (American businessman) he was born in 15/10/1935
- Nidal Malik Hasan (Jordanian-American army officer; convict) he was born in 08/09/1970
- Frank Havens (Canoe racer) he was born in 01/08/1924
- Richard Chartier (American artist) he was born in 29/03/1971
- John Lipscomb (American bishop) he was born in 25/07/1950
- Susie Bright (American writer and feminist) she was born in 25/03/1958
- Zac Hanson (American musician) he was born in 22/10/1985
- G. D. Falksen (American writer) he was born in 31/07/1982
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Arlington, VA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 233684 | Strayer University-Virginia | Arlington (VA) | 22201 |
| 232706 | Marymount University | Arlington (VA) | 22207-4299 |
| 437097 | University of Management and Technology | Arlington (VA) | 22209-1609 |
| 131496 | Georgetown University | Washington (DC) | 20057-0001 |
| 131469 | George Washington University | Washington (DC) | 20052 |
Nearby Transit Stations (22)
Rail and bus stations connected to Arlington, VA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALX | Union Station | 110 Callahan Drive | RAIL |
| WAS | Washington Union Station | 50 Massachusetts Ave NE | RAIL |
| BCV | Burke Centre | 10399 Premier Court | RAIL |
| LOR | Lorton station | 8006 Lorton Road | RAIL |
| NCR | New Carrollton station | 4300 Garden City Drive | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Arlington.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Arlington Post Office | Arlington (VA) | 22201 |
| Buckingham Post Office | Arlington (VA) | 22203 |
| Buckingham Carrier Annex Post Office | Arlington (VA) | 22201 |
| Rosslyn Carrier Annex Post Office | Arlington (VA) | 22201 |
| Court House Arlington Post Office | Arlington (VA) | 22201 |
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Distance to Other Cities
Arlington distances to largest Virginia cities