Arlington City Guide
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United States

Arlington City Guide

Kentucky

Arlington, Kentucky, is a very small rural town with about 100 people. It’s quiet and farming-focused. Most services and social options are found in nearby towns, not here.

Lifestyle🍽️

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Food Scene
Poor
1

No restaurants or food variety here. No vegetarian, vegan, or late-night food options.

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Nightlife
Poor
1

No nightlife available.

Coffee Culture
Poor
1

No coffee shops or coffee culture in Arlington.

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Tipping
Required
15%

Standard U.S. tipping: 15-20% in restaurants, taxis, and services.

Top Attractions
Reelfoot Lake State Park
Nature
A nature spot about an hour away in Tennessee with lakes and wildlife.
Bardwell
Town
Nearby small town with basic services and shops.
Clinton
Town
Another nearby town offering everyday services.
SIM Cards

SIM cards are sold by major carriers in nearby towns. Registration requires ID. eSIM depends on carrier and device.

Available at:
AT&T store in Bardwell
Verizon store in Clinton
T-Mobile authorized dealers
Recommended Apps
Google Maps(Navigation)
Standard US weather apps(Weather)
Uber or similar ride-sharing apps(Transport)

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness
Good
7

The town is generally clean with local services for waste pickup.

24/7 Services
Poor
1

No 24/7 services like pharmacies or food places in Arlington.

Groceries
Bardwell Grocery Store
Clinton Market

No supermarkets or markets in Arlington. Travel to Bardwell or Clinton for groceries. Stores operate during regular daytime hours.

Cashless Payments
Cash preferred

Cash is best here since card payment is rare or not accepted in local spots.

ATMs

There are no ATMs in Arlington. The nearest ATMs and banks are in towns like Bardwell or Clinton.

Schools
Local only

No schools in Arlington. Students attend Carlisle County School District schools nearby. Instruction is in English.

Available Schools:
Carlisle County Elementary School
Carlisle County Middle/High School

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces
Not Available
Work-Friendly Cafés
Poor
Digital Nomad Community
Poor
1

No digital nomad community or coworking spaces.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces
Good
6

The area is mostly farmland and open green space but no public parks.

Running
Limited
4

Running is safe on local roads but there are no sidewalks or dedicated paths.

Gyms
Not Available

No gyms or sports facilities in Arlington. Travel to nearby towns for fitness options.

Tennis
Poor
1

No tennis or padel courts in Arlington.

Padel
Poor
1

No padel courts available.

Yoga
Poor
1

No yoga studios or wellness centers here.

Martial Arts
Poor
1

No martial arts facilities or dojos.

Skiing
Poor
1

No skiing areas in this part of Kentucky.

Water Sports
Poor
3

Water sports like kayaking or paddleboarding are possible on nearby rivers or lakes, but require travel.

Surfing
Poor
1

No surfing opportunities here.

Diving
Poor
1

No diving spots nearby.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare
Poor
3

No local hospitals or clinics. Nearest facilities are in Mayfield and Paducah. Healthcare in the US is generally good but costly.

Hospitals:
Jackson Purchase Medical Center (Mayfield)
Baptist Health Paducah
Pharmacies:
Bardwell Pharmacy
Clinton Pharmacy
Tap Water Safety
Safe to drink

Tap water meets state and federal safety standards and is safe to drink.

Common Scams
Online scams, Phone scams

Community & Family

Family Friendly
Poor
2

Very few family facilities in town. No playgrounds or kid-friendly spots. Baby supplies need to be bought out of town.

LGBTQ+ Friendly
Limited
4

No known LGBTQ+ safe spaces or events. Rural area with conservative culture.

Pet Friendly
Poor
3

No pet parks or pet stores. Veterinary services are in nearby towns. Pet policies vary by property.

Communities
Carlisle County Facebook Groups (Local Community)

Quick Facts

Population
264
Power Reliability
Good
7/10

Power is generally reliable but can go out during storms or winter weather.

Languages
English(100%)
Emergency
911
Emergency Services

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

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Tsunami
Very Low Risk
1
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Earthquake
Moderate Risk
6

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Heat and humidity
June, July, August
Summer months can be hot and humid.
Thunderstorms
March, April, May, June, July, August
Spring and summer have frequent thunderstorms.
Winter cold and ice
December, January, February
Winter brings cold weather and occasional ice or snow.

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