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Arab, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Arab, Alabama had a total population of 8,679, the 83rd largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $64,333, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 13.3%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Arab Quick Facts

Population 8,679
Median Household Income $64,333
Median Home Value $215,200
Poverty Rate 13.3%
Unemployment Rate 3.2%
Median Age 35.9 years
Homeownership Rate 70.0%
Affordability Ratio 3.3x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.9%
High School Graduation Rate 90.6%
Diversity Index 22/100
Population 8,679 83rd of 592
Median Income $64,333 above average
Poverty Rate 13.3% 7% higher than national
Median Home Value $215,200 top 30%

How Arab Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population8,5738,679+1.2%
Median household income$60,985$64,333+5.5%
Median home value$196,700$215,200+9.4%

How Arab Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.1%
$25K-$50K 20.8%
$50K-$100K 27.6%
$100K+ 31.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.9%
$10K-$15K
4.5%
$15K-$20K
5.0%
$20K-$25K
4.7%
$25K-$30K
4.8%
$30K-$35K
3.9%
$35K-$40K
4.4%
$40K-$45K
4.4%
$45K-$50K
3.4%
$50K-$60K
5.6%
$60K-$75K
8.6%
$75K-$100K
13.4%
$100K-$125K
9.8%
$125K-$150K
6.4%
$150K-$200K
7.6%
$200K+
7.7%

Employment

3.2% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
60.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.0%
Renter 30.0%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.3x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $718/mo 13.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

22out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 53 | National average: 61

Education

Arab Rankings in Alabama

#83 Population of 592
#188 Median Income of 537
#131 Education of 592
#128 Home Value of 529

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Other Cities in Marshall County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Albertville 22,813 $56,099 18.2% $188,400
Guntersville 8,916 $67,929 18.1% $324,800
Grant 1,336 $91,477 8.6% $239,400
Douglas 1,113 $62,000 21.7% $175,400
Joppa 448 N/A 0.0% $155,900
Union Grove 93 $50,694 4.3% $187,500

Cities Similar to Arab

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Guntersville8,916$67,929$324,80033.3%18.1%
Tuscumbia9,115$59,143$196,70026.0%18.6%
Pleasant Grove9,442$70,317$226,40023.2%19.7%
Forestdale9,742$66,569$164,00027.5%17.8%
Fultondale9,384$73,575$186,10028.7%12.5%

Population Overview

Arab is a small city located in Alabama, within Marshall County. The total population is 8,679. It ranks as the 83rd most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Arab is 35.9 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Arab is $64,333. This is about the same as the state median of $63,999. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $215,200. Housing costs are 3% higher than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 70.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

Arab has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.7%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 25.6%.

Education

25.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 28.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Arab, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 592 Census-designated places in Alabama. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Arab, Alabama?

Arab, Alabama has a population of 8,679 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Arab, AL?

The median household income in Arab is $64,333, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Arab, AL?

The poverty rate in Arab is 13.3%. This means approximately 1,143 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Arab, Alabama?

Arab's population is 88.1% White, 0.8% Black, 6.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Arab, AL?

The median home value in Arab is $215,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Arab, Alabama?

25.9% of adults (25+) in Arab hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.