Arlington is a place for hundreds of businesses that are serving the needs of the local citizens and employees. With a strong government, banking, technology, automotive, and office uses, the Downtown/University area is one of the top places for restaurants and retail.

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is a nationally recognized doctorial/research university, and is one of the city's focal points for their economical advancements.

The median income for a household in the city was $47,622, and the median income for a family was $56,080 as of the year 2000.The median household income is above the state average, and the unemployed percentage is below state average.