Mobile

Mobile, Alabama Overview

Mobile faces challenges across several categories, earning a D grade (39.8/100) and ranking #17 of 20 cities in Alabama. Even so, the city scores 83/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 7/100.

Income & Employment in Mobile

The median household income in Mobile is $50,156, 16% below the statewide median of $59,613. The local unemployment rate of 4% is higher than the state’s 2.7%. Population declined 0.3%.

Safety in Mobile

With a violent crime rate of 892.3 per 100,000, Mobile exceeds the Alabama average of 424. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 2499.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Mobile

With a cost of living index of 89.4, Mobile is well below the national average of 100, offering meaningful savings on everyday expenses. The median home value is $170,300. Median monthly rent is $1,029. Renters spend 24.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Mobile

The adult obesity rate in Mobile is 40%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 17%. Residents report an average of 17.3 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Alabama ranks #46 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Mobile

Mobile has a high school graduation rate of 87.5%. The student-teacher ratio is 18.1:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,227. The city has 51 public schools serving 30,700 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Mobile

The annual average temperature in Mobile is 70.2°F. Summers average 84.5°F. Winters average 57.1°F. Annual precipitation is 52 inches.

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