Arabi, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · St. Bernard Parish County
Arabi, LA
At a Glance
How Arabi Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Arabi's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Arabi a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Arabi residents earn a median household income of $52,500 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,896. The unemployment rate stands at 10.1% (181% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,014 business establishments, including 85 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Arabi is $212,400 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $226,723. Median rent is $998/month, with 36.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Education
23.5% of adults in Arabi hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 79.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Arabi has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 70.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.