Interesting Ideas About Arabs In The US

By Mary Wright


It is one of the countries comprising of various people who come from a number of native countries. They are widely distributed all over the country and occupy major cities and states. In fact, it is believed that Red Indians were the original settlers in the region. As time goes by, they have developed an understanding and have learned to stay with one another. The country comprises of descendants from Africa, Europe, Indians and Arabs in the US.

It is believed that Arabs are increasing in number as time goes by. However, it is not clearly how many they are in numbers hence it has sparked a big debate. According to the US census bureau, it was reported that there was a presence of 1.8 million inhabitants from this common origin. This translates to a 47% increase in population size by the year 2000. Furthermore, Arab American Institute believes that they are more likely to increase in number in the next forthcoming years.

Out of the total number of countries distributed all over the world, only 22 countries are considered to be Arabic speaking. It is evident that their political affiliations, religious backgrounds, education backgrounds as well as cultural practices define who they are. That is why it is impossible to tell the exact number of people belonging to the same origin. Even though they are Muslims by nature, a study has indicated that they are converting to Christianity and other denominations.

It is for a fact that most professions are filled with people from Arabian origin. Take for instance, many doctors, engineers, lawyers and other hardworking individuals comprises of Arab immigrants. Bottom line is migration of Arabs into America is perceived to be great phenomenon.

It is important to mention the countries that are associated with these people. These countries comprise of Lebanon, Iraq, Egypt and Syria. It is evident that people from these backgrounds are distributed all over the ten states within the US. Most of them have acquired citizenship by birth and naturalization.

If one is keen enough, they cannot fail to notice that education sector in the US is very good. That is why all the citizens as well as other international students are encouraged to enroll for their studies since it has become a basic need. An analysis conducted reveals that most of them have completed their high school education by the time they hit puberty. Also, there quite a number who are Bachelors and Post graduate degree holders.

65% of Arab Americans make up the total of people within the labor force. They are specialized in key areas such as managerial, administrative, sales and other professional fields. Of the total population, only 12% work for the government while 85% work in the private sector. In addition, median income for Arab American is at $56,331. When doing a comparison for other household within the US average income should be at $51,369. This indicates that many of them are living below their means.

Several stories have been made up on Arab Americans as they are labeled as terrorists. This is because their native countries face civil wars. However, most of them should not be accused falsely for crimes they did not commit. This serves to show different facts on this community.




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