Arab is a city located in Marshall County, in the state of Alabama (AL), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 12.8 square miles (33.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1087 ft. With a population of approximately 7,174 residents, Arab offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.57% males and 53.43% females, and it has a population density of 560.47 people per square mile (216.40/km²). Arab lies at a latitude of 34.33 and a longitude of -86.5, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (16.9%), followed by English (11.7%), German (8.4%), and Scotch-Irish (2.7%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35016.