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Arabi, Georgia Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Arabi is 500, with a gender distribution of 48% male and 52% female. The population has remained stable over the years, reflecting its small-town, rural character in southern Georgia.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1889
  • County: Crisp County
  • Land area: 1.1 square miles
  • Population density: 455 people per square mile
  • Area code: 229
  • Zip code: 31712

Geography and Location

Arabi is located in southern Georgia, in Crisp County, about 10 miles south of Cordele and 50 miles northeast of Albany. The town is situated along U.S. Route 41 and close to Interstate 75, providing convenient access to larger towns and cities in the region. Arabi’s landscape is primarily rural, with a mix of farmlands, forests, and small creeks. The town has a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters, typical of the southeastern United States. Agriculture plays a central role in the local economy, with cotton, peanuts, and pecans being common crops in the surrounding area. Arabi’s small size and close-knit community make it a peaceful place to live, offering a slower pace of life and a strong connection to its agricultural roots. The town’s proximity to the larger city of Cordele provides residents with access to additional services and amenities while maintaining its rural charm.

Demographics

Median resident age: 37.8 years
Median household income: $24,327
Median house value: $45,700

Population by Race

Races in Arabi:

  • White Non-Hispanic (74.8%)
  • Black (24.3%)
  • Asian Indian (0.9%)

Ancestries: United States (27.9%), English (3.9%), Irish (2.9%), German (1.8%).

Elevation: 450 feet

Land area: 4.5 square miles

Map of Arabi, GA

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Arabi

  • High school or higher: 59.4%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 1.8%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 0.4%
  • Unemployed: 4.8%
  • Mean travel time to work: 33.2 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Arabi town

  • Never married: 22.0%
  • Now married: 51.6%
  • Separated: 5.0%
  • Widowed: 12.3%
  • Divorced: 9.1%

1.3% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +27 (+6.3%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Arabi:

  • CRISP REGIONAL HOSPITAL (about 9 miles; CORDELE, GA)
  • PHOEBE WORTH MEDICAL CENTER (about 23 miles; SYLVESTER, GA)
  • TIFT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER (about 29 miles; TIFTON, GA)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Arabi:

  • SOUTHWEST GEORGIA REGIONAL (about 38 miles; ALBANY, GA; Abbreviation: ABY)
  • ROBINS AFB (about 56 miles; WARNER ROBINS, GA; Abbreviation: WRB)
  • MIDDLE GEORGIA REGIONAL (about 59 miles; MACON, GA; Abbreviation: MCN)

Other public-use airports nearest to Arabi:

  • CRISP COUNTY-CORDELE (about 11 miles; CORDELE, GA; Abbreviation: CKF)
  • TURNER COUNTY (about 14 miles; ASHBURN, GA; Abbreviation: 75J)
  • SYLVESTER (about 23 miles; SYLVESTER, GA; Abbreviation: SYV)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Arabi:

  • ALBANY STATE UNIVERSITY (about 32 miles; ALBANY, GA; Full-time enrollment: 2,996)
  • FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (about 51 miles; FT VALLEY, GA; Full-time enrollment: 2,233)
  • MACON STATE COLLEGE (about 67 miles; MACON, GA; Full-time enrollment: 2,557)
  • CENTRAL GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE (about 67 miles; MACON, GA; Full-time enrollment: 2,383)
  • MERCER UNIVERSITY (about 69 miles; MACON, GA; Full-time enrollment: 5,859)
  • VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY (about 75 miles; VALDOSTA, GA; Full-time enrollment: 7,157)
  • GORDON COLLEGE (about 89 miles; BARNESVILLE, GA; Full-time enrollment: 2,263)

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