Arabi, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Arabi, Georgia had a total population of 550, the 483rd largest town in Georgia, with a median household income of $85,536, which is 11% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.5x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.
Arabi Quick Facts
How Arabi Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 741 | 550 | -25.8% |
| Median household income | $82,540 | $85,536 | +3.6% |
| Median home value | $39,800 | $39,500 | -0.8% |
How Arabi Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Arabi Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Crisp County
Cities Similar to Arabi
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argyle | 573 | N/A | $68,100 | 1.3% | 70.5% |
| Piney Grove | 576 | N/A | N/A | 16.1% | 5.4% |
| Hickox | 520 | N/A | $146,300 | 54.2% | 23.6% |
| Good Hope | 582 | $95,563 | $352,000 | 30.6% | 5.3% |
| Lexington | 520 | $73,958 | $422,100 | 29.4% | 51.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 550, Arabi's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Arabi is a small community located in Georgia, within Crisp County. The total population is 550. It ranks as the 483rd most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Arabi is 49.4 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Arabi is $85,536. This is 11% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 6% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.1%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $39,500. Housing costs are 87% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.5x, Arabi is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Arabi is White (non-Hispanic), making up 66.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.6%. The Black or African American population (8.4%) is well below the state average of 30.7%.
Education
11.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% lower than the state rate of 34.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Arabi, Georgia 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 Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 669 Census-designated places in Georgia. 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 Arabi, Georgia?
Arabi, Georgia has a population of 550 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Arabi, GA?
The median household income in Arabi is $85,536, which is 6% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Arabi, GA?
The poverty rate in Arabi is 15.1%. This means approximately 83 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Arabi, Georgia?
Arabi's population is 66.9% White, 8.4% Black, 13.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Arabi, GA?
The median home value in Arabi is $39,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.5x.
How educated is Arabi, Georgia?
11.5% of adults (25+) in Arabi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.