There are no incorporated cities or towns within Arlington [&dagger]; the County serves as the local government. The County legislative and policy- making body is the County Board, composed of five members elected at large. The County Board appoints the County Manager, who is chief executive of the County. The Manager is responsible for carrying out the policies of the County Board.
Arlington County is one of the Nation's smallest counties: 25.5 square miles. The Federal Government owns 4.6 square miles, or 18 per cent, of the County's land area. The population of Arlington is estimated at 181,500. Between 1930 and 1950 Arlington was the fastest growing county in the United States. Rapid growth changed the complexion of Arlington from farmland and summer homes to highly developed residential and commercial areas.
† Adapted from: Arlington View Neighborhood Conservation Plan, 2007/2014, www.arlingtonva.us.
Neighborhoods
Arlington (Fairfax County) is an unincorporated area independent of Arlington County/City.
Nearby Towns: Alexandria City • Alexandria City • Brookmont • Cabin John • Chevy Chase Town • Chevy Chase Vlg • City of Washington • Falls Church City • McLean •