Mobile, AL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Mobile County · Alabama
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Mobile based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
185,097
2023 ACS
Median Income
$51,090
2023
Median Home Value
$170,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,029
2023
Median Age
37.7
Unemployment
6.0%
Cost of Living Index
89.4
100 = national avg
Mobile is a city in Mobile County, Alabama, with a population of 185,097 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Mobile is one of the communities in Alabama.
The median household income in Mobile is $51,090, and the median home value is $170,300. The cost of living index is 89.4 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,029 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.0%, and the median age is 37.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
185,097
Male
86,433
46.7%
Female
98,664
53.3%
Median Age
37.7
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
21.5%
High School or Higher
41.8%
Foreign Born
3.8%
Veterans
5.8%
Married
31.4%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.557
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
53.0%
Foreign Born
3.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
3.1%
5,812 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
96.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
174,868
English Only
95.1%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
3,446 speakers
Limited English
1.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
98.1%
Limited English Proficiency
1.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
10,763
5.8% of population
Disability Rate
29.6%
3,190 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$43,084
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
9,588
89.1%
Female Veterans
1,175
10.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$43,084
Non-Veteran Income
$30,384
Difference
$12,700
41.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
3,190
Without Disability
7,573
Disability Rate
29.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
69,654
#1 Ancestry
English
7.8% (14,507)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
6.6% (12,242)
#3 Ancestry
German
5.1% (9,499)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
77,587
Family Households
42,363
54.6%
Married Couples
25,285
32.6%
Non-Family Households
35,224
45.4%
Single Mother Households
14,530
18.7%
Single Father Households
2,548
3.3%
Living Alone
30,922
39.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
31,799
In Married Couple
14,506
45.6%
With Single Mother
14,985
47.1%
With Single Father
2,308
7.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$68,398
Married Couple Income
$95,535
Single Mother Income
$37,429
Single Father Income
$44,718
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
4,711
Grandparents Responsible
2,736
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$51,090
-30% vs national
Per Capita Income
$32,893
-12% vs national
Poverty Rate
18.9%
+39% vs national
Gini Index
0.4953
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.0%
+14% vs national
SNAP Recipients
19.4%
of households
How Mobile Compares
Mobile vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Mobile is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Mobile, AL has a median household income of $51,090, making it the 20,849th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Mobile has a higher median household income than 26% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Mobile, AL has a per capita income of $32,893, making it the 14,219th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Mobile has a higher per capita income than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Mobile, AL has a poverty rate of 18.9%, making it the 7,922nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Mobile has a higher poverty rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Mobile, AL has a unemployment rate of 6.0%, making it the 9,313th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Mobile has a higher unemployment rate than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Mobile. The median household income here is $51,090.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.0%
+3% vs AL avg
Labor Force
88,808
Employed
83,195
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
21.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
41.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.7
Work from Home
8.1%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Mobile, AL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$100.9K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
89.4
100 = national avg
-10.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,345
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,996
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$919
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,083
per month
The median household income in Mobile, AL is $51,090, which is 30.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $32,893. The poverty rate of 18.9% is higher than the AL state average of 17.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4953, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.0%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 88,808. 21.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 81.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 89.4, which is 10.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 97.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,345 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$220,000
Median List Price
$230,925
Price Per Sq Ft
$121
Days on Market
64
Active Inventory
597
Months of Supply
4.5
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$188,099
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,244
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
17.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
27.9%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.1%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
133
New Listings
222
Pending Sales
222
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$121
Median List $/SF
$138
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Mobile, AL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Mobile, AL metro area, home prices have risen 288.9% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 96.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 93.2%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 51.1%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 9.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Mobile, AL housing market rather than Mobile alone.
Metro area: Mobile, AL
Mobile vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Mobile is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Mobile, AL has a median home value of $170,300, making it the 14,645th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Mobile has a higher median home value than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Mobile, AL has a median rent of $1,029, making it the 9,509th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Mobile has a higher median rent than 57% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Mobile, AL has a price per square foot of $121, making it the 15,397th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Mobile has a higher price per square foot than 26% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Mobile, AL has a rent burden of 24.2%, making it the 4,082nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Mobile has a higher rent burden than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$170,300
Median Rent
$1,029
Total Housing Units
90,744
Vacancy Rate
14.5%
Owner Occupied
51.4%
Renter Occupied
48.6%
Median Property Tax
$924
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$994
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$924
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.54%
of home value
Median Home Value
$170,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,069
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($924) by the median home value ($170,300). In Mobile, AL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.54%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Mobile, AL is $220,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 64 days on the market. 17.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $121. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,244/month. About 51.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1974. There are 90,744 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $924. The effective tax rate is 0.54%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
7.52
per 1,000 residents
+189% vs national
Property Crime Rate
16.74
per 1,000 residents
-3% vs national
Total Crimes
5,753
2024
Violent Clearance
67%
cases solved
Property Clearance
21%
cases solved
YoY Change
-16.6%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Mobile Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Mobile vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Mobile is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Mobile police solve 76% of rape cases but only 17% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 39 | 0.16 | 71.8% |
| Rape | Violent | 62 | 0.26 | 75.8% |
| Robbery | Violent | 125 | 0.53 | 72.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 1,557 | 6.57 | 65.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 743 | 3.13 | 31.9% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 2,818 | 11.89 | 17.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 409 | 1.73 | 29.8% |
Mobile, AL reported 1,783 violent crimes and 3,970 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 7.52 per 1,000 residents is 189.2% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 67% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 2,818 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 52.3% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,783 | 3,970 | 7.52 | 16.74 |
| 2023 | 2,141 | 5,907 | 9.02 | 24.87 |
| 2022 | 2,273 | 7,313 | 9.50 | 30.56 |
| 2021 | 2,527 | 7,253 | 10.40 | 29.86 |
| 2020 | 337 | 2,283 | 1.38 | 9.36 |
| 2018 | 1,613 | 12,094 | 6.57 | 49.27 |
| 2017 | 1,839 | 13,549 | 7.40 | 54.54 |
| 2016 | 1,709 | 11,769 | 6.84 | 47.09 |
| 2015 | 1,530 | 10,794 | 6.11 | 43.12 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
3
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
2
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2024 | Leflore Magnet School | 0 | 2 | targeted | handgun |
| Jan 25, 2018 | Murphy High School | 0 | 0 | targeted | revolver |
| Mar 15, 2012 | LeFlore High School | 0 | 0 | targeted | handgun |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
98.0
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
97.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
53.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
79.7
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
38
Public Assistance
$83.2M
Individual Assistance
$177.0M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
24 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Severe Storm | Jan 2023 | — | $250K |
| Hurricane Zeta → | Hurricane | Dec 2020 | $14.6M | $11.3M |
| Hurricane Sally → | Hurricane | Sep 2020 | $20.9M | $47.3M |
| Hurricane Sally → | Hurricane | Sep 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $979K | $4.3M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Michael → | Hurricane | Nov 2018 | $288K | — |
| Hurricane Michael → | Hurricane | Oct 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Nate → | Hurricane | Nov 2017 | $3.6M | — |
| Hurricane Nate → | Hurricane | Oct 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $40K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | May 2014 | $1.2M | $6.4M |
| Hurricane Isaac → | Hurricane | Sep 2012 | $1.3M | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | Apr 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Straight-l… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2011 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Ida → | Hurricane | Dec 2009 | $888K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2008 | $1.4M | — |
| Hurricane Gustav → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | $2.4M | — |
| Hurricane Gustav → | Hurricane | Aug 2008 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 47 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
15,102
Total Claims Paid
$367,997,100
Avg Claim Payout
$24,367
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
35
Federal Funding
$6,358,705
Properties Protected
96
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
9.97
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 8 | $1,408,595 |
| 601.1: Generators | 7 | $603,247 |
| 200.2: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Coastal | 5 | $666,752 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 3 | $697,795 |
| 200.4: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Coastal | 3 | $620,182 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Mobile has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, lightning, heat wave. The area has had 38 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (24 declarations). 15,102 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $83,218,457 in public assistance recovery funding. $176,950,390 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 35 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
40.0%
3.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.2%
2.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
17.0%
5.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.2%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
39.1%
Arthritis
28.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.2%
Loneliness
35.5%
Lack of Support
28.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
36.1%
Mobility
18.5%
Cognitive
16.1%
Hearing
7.2%
Vision
7.2%
Self-Care
5.5%
Independent Living
10.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Mobile has an obesity rate of 40.0%, which is 3.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.2%, 2.3pp below the national average. About 10.2% of adults lack health insurance. 80.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.7 mi
Usa Health Children'S & Women'...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usa Health Children'S & Women'S Hospital | 1.7 mi | Childrens | — | Yes |
| Usa Health University Hospital | 3.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Mobile Infirmary Medical Center | 3.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Baypointe Behavioral Health | 7.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | Yes |
| Eastpointe Hospital | 12.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
279,000
Violations (5yr)
4
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| MOBILE, BD. OF W&S COMM. OF THE CITY OF | 279,000 | 4 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
4
Total CO₂e
895.1K MT
Top Emitter
Hog Bayou Energy Center
615.9K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Hog Bayou Energy Center Argo Infrastructure Partners Lp | Power Plants | 615,892 |
KIMBERLY-CLARK TISSUE COMPANY Kimberly-Clark Corp | Pulp and Paper | 250,412 |
International Paper Mobile Closed Landfill International Paper Co | Waste | 18,107 |
Spire Gulf Inc. Spire Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 10,654 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 4 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 4 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 895.1K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
81.2%
+3% vs national
Public Transit
0.7%
-27% vs national
Work From Home
8.1%
-13% vs national
Carpool
7.6%
Walk / Bike
1.5%
combined
How Mobile's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
37
2023
6-Year Avg
32
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
15
Nighttime
27
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 36 | 37 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| 2022 | 28 | 29 | 0 | 8 | 1 |
| 2021 | 30 | 33 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| 2020 | 26 | 28 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| 2019 | 29 | 32 | 15 | 7 | 0 |
| 2018 | 30 | 32 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Mobile, AL covers travel times and transportation modes. 81.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.1% work from home, which is above the AL state average of 5.2%. 7.6% of workers carpool. 1.4% walk to work. In 2023, there were 37 traffic fatalities from 36 fatal crashes. 15 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
83.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
65.8%
of households
No Internet
14.2%
of households
Total Households
77,587
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.8%
of households
Smartphone
89.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
68.0%
of households
Tablet
50.5%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
15.2¢
per kWh
-11% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
13.6¢
per kWh
+1% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.3¢
per kWh
-26% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$174
residential
+22% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
11% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Alabama averages 15.2¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $174. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Mobile vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
279,000
Violations (5yr)
4
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOBILE, BD. OF W&S COMM. OF THE CITY OF | Community | Surface water | 279,000 | 4 |
83.0% of households in Mobile have broadband internet access. 65.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 14.2% of households have no internet access. 17.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 279,000 people. A total of 4 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Mobile is located in Mobile County, AL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Mobile.
Election Overview
Source: Mobile County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
72,055
41.3%
GOP Votes
100,759
57.7%
Total Votes
174,545
Margin
R+16.5%
Shift from 2020
R+4.6pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 72,055 | 100,759 | 174,545 | 41.3% | 57.7% | R+16.5 |
| 2020 | 79,474 | 101,243 | 183,164 | 43.4% | 55.3% | R+11.9 |
| 2016 | 68,429 | 91,087 | 163,387 | 41.9% | 55.8% | R+13.9 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Mobile County recorded 174,545 total votes. Republicans won the county with 57.7% of the vote compared to 41.3% for Democrats, a margin of R+16.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.6pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Mobile County has shifted 2.6 percentage points toward Republicans.
Public Records Request
Source: cityofmobile.orgSubmit a public records request to Mobile — Records request form needs to be completed and emailed to the City Clerk..
Source: cityofmobile.org
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
1,384
Total Assets
$4.0B
Total Income
$2.1B
Per 10K Residents
74.8
nonprofits
+59.2% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
190
Median Assets
$445K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $2.6B of $4.0B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Mobile
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFMobile, AL has 1,384 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $4.0B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 186 organizations. 190 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 74.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,076
Total Approved
$360.1M
Jobs Supported
9,798
Per 10K Residents
58.1
SBA loans
-29.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
130
Top Lender
PNC Bank, National Association
167 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
920
Total Amount
$282.4M
Avg Loan
$306,909
Median Loan
$108,800
SBA Guaranteed
$212.9M(75%)
Jobs Supported
6,913
Loans
156
Total Amount
$77.8M
Avg Loan
$498,481
Median Loan
$318,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
182
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$121.0M
34% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$664,767
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Auto Body Rx Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Bay Gourmet Catering | 1 | $5.0M |
| Parker Property Management Llc. | 1 | $4.9M |
| Riaan Hospitality Llc | 1 | $4.6M |
| Jay Hanuman 2024 Llc | 2 | $4.6M |
| Best Western Plus | 1 | $4.4M |
| Adc Enterprises Inc | 1 | $4.3M |
| Dhana Laxmi Llc | 1 | $4.0M |
| Mohajer 12 Corporation | 1 | $3.7M |
| Shree Siddhivinayak.llc | 1 | $3.3M |
Mobile, AL has received 1,076 SBA loans totaling $360.1M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 920 loans (86% of the total), supporting 6,913 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 156 loans totaling $77.8M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Mobile is PNC Bank, National Association with 167 loans. That works out to 58.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
18
Total Population
182,910
Avg Median Income
-$148,109,490
Avg Home Value
-$148,026,315
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36527 | 21,160 | $112,672 | $348,200 | $1,373 | 42.3 |
| 36602 | 897 | $35,000 | $258,300 | $596 | 3.9 |
| 36603 | 7,805 | $27,083 | $107,400 | $704 | 3.8 |
| 36604 | 9,050 | $60,750 | $236,700 | $892 | 2.6 |
| 36605 | 25,628 | $45,064 | $97,800 | $1,026 | 17.6 |
| 36606 | 19,189 | $49,561 | $141,300 | $938 | 6.8 |
| 36607 | 5,529 | $40,681 | $125,000 | $999 | 3.0 |
| 36609 | 24,091 | $49,724 | $201,800 | $1,072 | 6.7 |
| 36610 | 9,692 | $27,098 | $56,400 | $675 | 7.5 |
| 36611 | 6,367 | $42,854 | $110,300 | $945 | 4.9 |
| 36612 | 3,558 | $36,777 | $79,500 | $800 | 3.0 |
| 36615 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 3.2 |
| 36617 | 11,952 | $39,922 | $75,800 | $1,061 | 4.5 |
| 36618 | 17,438 | $59,075 | $155,500 | $1,102 | 15.9 |
| 36652 | 62 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 36663 | 152 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 36688 | 2,083 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.0 |
| 36693 | 18,257 | $69,580 | $199,000 | $1,090 | 12.8 |
Mobile, AL has 18 ZIP codes with a combined population of 182,910. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$148,109,490. The average median home value is -$148,026,315. The average median monthly rent is -$148,147,411.
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