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Arab, AL

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Population
9,061
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,104 ft
Median Home Value
$215,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$718/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$64,333
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Arab

Perched atop Brindlee Mountain in north Alabama, Arab offers a quiet small-town feel with easy access to regional job centers. Home to around 8,500 residents, the city sits just ten miles from the waters of Lake Guntersville and within an easy commute of Huntsville via U.S. 231. Families moving to the area are often drawn by the well-regarded Arab City Schools, which serve students across the community. The higher elevation also brings scenic mountain views and a relaxed, suburban-meets-rural setting.

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The city got its unusual name, pronounced AY-rab, in 1882 after the postal service misspelled the intended name of Arad. Today, Arab pairs that quirky history with practical appeal for newcomers. You will find local eateries and shops along the State Route 69 corridor, plus the Arab Historic Village and city park hosting community events year-round. It is a friendly, close-knit mountain town with outdoor recreation right in its backyard.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.0rating

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