Cost of Living in Arlington, TN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
180.9
100 = national avg
+80.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$79,599
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$188,143
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing207.4
Food146.2
Transportation192.5
Healthcare137.0
Utilities149.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,154
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,274
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arlington is 180.9, which is 80.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 207.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $79,599 per year to cover basic expenses.