Arlington is a suburb of Boston 6 miles northwest of Boston. Located in Middlesex County, Arlington is bordered by Winchester, Medford, Somerville, Cambridge, Belmont and Lexington. It has an “urban suburban mix” feel and the home ownership percent is high. In Arlington you will find a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.
Restaurants
Community Resources
Non Profits and Civic Clubs
Parks
Education
The Town of Arlington has an excellent school system with seven elementary schools, one middle school, and Arlington High School. Visit Arlington Public Schools.
Transportation
Arlington is bounded on the south by Route 2, a major transportation route allowing access to Boston and the western part of Massachusetts. It is also a short distance from Interstate 93 and 95. Other major routes that go through the town are Routes 2A and 3. Public transportation is provided through the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) servicing the Greater Boston area with bus service and a subway system. Closest access to the subway system is through the Alewife Station located just over the Arlington border in Cambridge.
Population
42,844 (2010 U.S. census)
42,389 (2000 U.S. census)
44,630 (1990 U.S. census)
46,465 (1985 state census)
48,219 (1980 U.S. census)
52,720 (1970 U.S. census)
Tax Rate
FY 2005, $10.94 per $1,000
FY 2004, $10.64 per $1,000
FY 2003, $13.61 per $1,000
FY 2002, $13.85 per $1,000
FY 2001, $13.17 per $1,000
