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Arabi, Louisiana Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Arabi is 4,000, with a gender distribution of 49% male and 51% female. The population has seen modest growth, bolstered by its proximity to New Orleans and recent revitalization efforts following Hurricane Katrina.

City Facts

  • Year founded: Early 1800s
  • County: St. Bernard Parish
  • Land area: 0.8 square miles
  • Population density: 5,000 people per square mile
  • Area code: 504
  • Zip code: 70032

Geography and Location

Arabi is located in St. Bernard Parish, just east of New Orleans, along the Mississippi River. The town is part of the Greater New Orleans metropolitan area and serves as a residential community for those who work in the city. Arabi’s close proximity to the Lower 9th Ward and the French Quarter makes it a desirable location for commuters seeking more affordable housing options. The town has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters, typical of the Gulf Coast region. Arabi is primarily residential, with a mix of historic homes and new developments, many of which have been rebuilt or renovated following the devastation of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The town is connected to New Orleans via Louisiana Highway 39 (Judge Perez Drive) and is just a short drive from downtown New Orleans. The local economy is tied to the larger regional economy of New Orleans, with residents working in a variety of industries, including tourism, healthcare, and education. Arabi’s mix of historic charm, suburban living, and proximity to the cultural attractions of New Orleans make it an appealing place to live.

Demographics

Median resident age: 44.1 years
Median household income: $33,937
Median house value: $77,900

Population by Race

Races in Arabi:

  • White Non-Hispanic (92.0%)
  • Hispanic (5.1%)
  • Two or more races (1.2%)
  • Other race (0.9%)
  • Black (0.9%)
  • American Indian (0.5%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: French (29.0%), Italian (23.1%), German (19.2%), Irish (13.5%), English (5.0%), United States (3.2%).

Elevation: 6 feet

Land area: 1.8 square miles

Map of Arabi, LA

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Arabi

  • High school or higher: 74.7%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 12.1%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 2.6%
  • Unemployed: 3.4%
  • Mean travel time to work: 28.9 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Arabi CDP

  • Never married: 21.5%
  • Now married: 52.4%
  • Separated: 2.2%
  • Widowed: 12.4%
  • Divorced: 11.5%

3.9% Foreign born (2.4% Latin America, 0.9% Asia, 0.5% Europe).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Arabi:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Arabi:

  • LAKEFRONT (about 6 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Abbreviation: NEW)
  • LOUIS ARMSTRONG NEW ORLEANS INTL (about 18 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Abbreviation: MSY)
  • STENNIS INTL (about 48 miles; BAY ST LOUIS, MS; Abbreviation: HSA)

Other public-use airports nearest to Arabi:

  • NEW ORLEANS DOWNTOWN (about 5 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Abbreviation: 7N0)
  • NEW ORLEANS NAS JRB/ALVIN CALLENDER FIELD/ (about 10 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Abbreviation: NBG)
  • SLIDELL (about 29 miles; SLIDELL, LA; Abbreviation: ASD)

Amtrak station near Arabi:

  • 6 miles: NEW ORLEANS (1001 LOYOLA AVE.). Services: ticket office, fully wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, snack bar, paid short-term parking, paid long-term parking, call for car rental service, taxi stand, intercity bus service, public transit connection.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Arabi:

  • SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY AT NEW ORLEANS (about 5 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 3,217)
  • LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY-HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER (about 6 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 2,496)
  • DELGADO COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 7 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 8,193)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS (about 7 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 12,442)
  • XAVIER UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA (about 8 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 3,659)
  • TULANE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA (about 9 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 10,230)
  • LOYOLA UNIVERSITY NEW ORLEANS (about 9 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 4,399)

Public primary/middle schools in Arabi:

  • ARABI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 929; Location: 1 MUSTANG DRIVE; Grades: PK – 05)
  • NOVA ACADEMY (Students: 124; Location: 2 MUSTANG DRIVE; Grades: 06 – 12)

Private primary/middle schools in Arabi:

  • ST ROBERT BELLARMINE SCHOOL (Students: 532; Location: 815 BADGER DRIVE; Grades: PK – 8)
  • ST LOUISE DE MARILLAC SCHOOL (Students: 327; Location: 1914 AYCOCK STREET; Grades: PK – 8)

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