Arab is approximately 65 miles northeast of Birmingham and 25 miles south of Huntsville. For the past three decades, Arab and Marshall County have shown a steady growth with a current estimated population of 14,000 for a ten-mile radius. Arab's annual average temperature is 60 degrees F. Rainfall averages 62.64 inches. The growing season extends from April through alte October with prevailing winds at six miles per hour. The city's altitude is 1,125 feel above sea level.
Local industries make up one of the city's major sources of income.
To invite further growth in the area of industrailization, the Arab area offers numerous benefits. Amoung them are a favorable tax structure, low-cost TVA electricity, a large supply of available labor, and a 75 acre industrial park with land available. Additional industrial sites are available through the Arab Industrial Development Board. Arab's employment radius is 45 to 50 miles. The wage rates in the area are competitive with surrounding communities.