The city is served by Interstate 65, I-10 and I-165 and U.S. Highways 90, 98, 43 and 45. There's reliable public transportation with the WAVE Transit System, though it doesn't service communities west of Tillman's Corner. Downtown Mobile is bike-friendly, with local resources like the Delta Bike Project, Bicycle Mobile and Mobile Bike Trails dedicated to improving bike accessibility. Hospitals in Mobile include Infirmary Health, Springhill Medical Center and several USA Health branches. Air travel options include Mobile Regional Airport and the recently opened Mobile International Airport. Ballard notes that the city will eventually fully transition services to Mobile International Airport in the coming years.
Mobile has long, hot and humid summers and short, mild winters. Temperatures during the hot season (May to September) are often above 85 degrees Fahrenheit, while cold season temperatures (October to April) seldom dip below 40 degrees. Snow is rare in Mobile, but the last snowfall was in 2025. With the city's position on the Gulf Coast, the city is vulnerable to flooding and damage during hurricane season. Those living on the Dog River or near Mobile Bay may consider purchasing flood insurance.
Cypress Branch residents can commute to Mobile via Interstate I-10 about 3 miles away.
"Ride the Wave" is the tag line for reliable Wave bus system in Mobile.
Tillman's Corner is where most of the shopping and dining are for Plantation neighborhood.
The Mobile Regional Airport serves Cypress Branch residents.
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The original home of Mardi Gras
Once called the Paris of the South, a festive fusion of cultures comes together in Mobile, Alabama's oldest city. Mobile's 300-year history began when two brothers traveled from Quebec to settle what became the first capital of French Louisiana. Mobile was their wilderness outpost, and it would become a coastal melting pot of European, Indigenous American and African cultures, reflected in the creation of America's first Mardi Gras. Today, the diverse city has expanded west from its historic city center, featuring modest suburbs, riverside homes, traditional subdivisions, woodsy retreats and spacious farms surrounded by pecan orchards. As the city expands into recently annexed areas of Mobile County, there are dining and retail hubs, along with extensive new home construction. Downtown Mobile is also featuring its share of expansion, according to Jennifer Ballard, who has a decade of experience with Bellator Real Estate. "We're getting ready to put in an entirely new waterfront entertainment area," Ballard says. "That and the new Carnival cruise ship port will help put a spotlight on Mobile." The city's expansion, as seen in its new ports, new homes and other new investments like Riviere du Chien Park and Hancock-Whitney Stadium at the University of South Alabama, draw more and more buyers to Mobile.
Crowds Cheer at Mobile Mardi Gras Parade in Midtown Mobile, AL.
Dauphin. St. in Downtown Mobile offers many different restaurants and retail spaces.
Midtown Mobile is lush with tree covered shady streets and a stones throw from downtown.
Schilinger and Airport Roads have all the shopping and dining any local could want.
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Airbus brings jobs to Mobile
In addition to MCPS being a significant employer, Mobile's riverfront industrial area is home to a thriving trade industry, with employers like Austal USA Shipbuilding and APM Terminals. Aerospace is another major job sector. "Brooklee Field is expanding with the new international airport, and there are a lot of jobs available now with Airbus," says Ballard. "The opportunities here are drawing more people to Mobile." Mobile is less than 30 miles from Bayou La Batre, the area's largest fishing and seafood manufacturing port. Other employers include numerous oil, healthcare and chemical manufacturing companies.
The Mobile Aeroplex has several major aerospace companies near Venetia.
Amazon is a large employer for the area of Plantation near Mobile, AL.
Shrimp boats line the bayou in Bayou La Batre, ready to supply Mobile with fresh seafood.
Lyons Park is a mix of historic homes with modern medical centers.
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Parks, trails and football games in Mobile
Mobile has over 102 parks available to residents. From recently renovated Bienville Square, which hosts celebrations like Mardi Gras, to Dog River Park, which has a fishing dock and boat launch, to Municipal Langan Park, which offers walking trails and playgrounds. Parkhill 's Mobile Tennis Center is one of the world's most extensive public tennis facilities, with 60 state-of-the-art lighted hard courts, an on-site pro shop and an in-house stringer. There are also 19 public and private golf courses available. History buffs can explore the Dora Franklin Finley African American Heritage Trail, which has over 40 stops that highlight the city's Black stories. Nature preserves like Muddy Creek Wetlands Management Area in Mobile County also offer scenic nature walks.
Football is a big deal in Mobile—the University of South Alabama's Hancock-Whitney Stadium draws over 25,000 spectators on game night. In addition to the Jaguars games, the stadium also hosts other events like the all-star Reese's Senior Bowl, Homecoming and the annual Go-Run, a family-friendly 5K. High school football is played at the recently renovated Ladd-Peebles Stadium, which hosts annual HBCU classics.
Downtown Mobile residents enjoying milling about in one of the many parks and squares.
Discovering nature's embrace at Dog River Park.
Langan Park is the recreation hub near Mobile.
The University of South Alabama hosts football games near Dixon Corner.
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Crime in Mobile
According to FBI statistics, Mobile has higher rates of reported violent and property crime rates than the state and the nation. According to the Mobile Police Department’s annual report in 2023, violent crime decreased by nearly 10% between 2022 and 2023. The MPD also reported a decrease in most other crimes, apart from a small uptick in motor vehicle theft. MPD attributes the improvement in crime statistics to its five-year strategic plan. The plan includes community partnerships, intelligence-led policing and an emphasis on physical and mental wellness among MPD officers.
Home to Mardi Gras the Greater Gulf State Fair
Mardi Gras is Mobile's biggest party. Parades and balls run throughout the three-week Mardi Gras season. Elaborate floats wind through old city streets thronged with spectators, most of whom bring bags to fill with MoonPies, beads and other throws that revelers hurl from their floats. "We're the birthplace of Mardi Gras, and not many people outside of Alabama know that,” says Ballard. "It's a huge deal down here. It brings the city together." Downtown Mobile is lively year-round, with busy nightlife and music scenes. Music festivals like SouthSounds and MOB Music Festival have a home in Mobile, as do local shows in neighborhood bars. The Saenger Theatre puts on shows year-round in its historic walls. History buffs may also visit museums like the Carnival Museum, Africatown Heritage House, History Museum of Mobile or Mobile Museum of Art.
There are plenty of stand-out retail and restaurant spots in Mobile for locals to enjoy. Wintzell's Oyster House started as an oyster bar with just six stools in 1938, and 80 years later is a city staple. Historic Dauphin Street is an open-container district lined with restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. There are food and retail hubs along Airport Boulevard at the intersections of Interstate 65 and Schillinger Road. In West Mobile, the Mobile Flea Market features 800 vendors selling their wares each weekend, while The Grounds hosts the annual Greater Gulf State Fair every October.
Midtown Mobile, AL friends and family gather to celebrate Mardi Gras.
Float Riders at Mardi Gras are an annual favorite in Midtown Mobile, AL.
Dauphin Street in downtown Mobile is the spot for a night out.
Mobile locals can enjoy an evening of fun and excitement at the Greater Gulf State Fair.
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Mobile offers historic homes, quiet suburbs and spacious acreages
The median home price in Mobile is $158,400, compared to the national median price of $281,900. Homes in Mobile range widely throughout the county, with historic pre-war houses and urban condos closest to the city center, surrounded by post-war single-family houses. Near downtown and its immediate suburbs, prices range between $200,000 and $700,000. Homes in the city's historic center may cost up to $1.5 million. Communities like Riverside and Cypress Shores have waterfront homes along the Dog River or near Mobile Bay; these residences may cost between $200,000 and $700,000, depending on the amount of water frontage. D'Iberville , Dawes and other West Mobile residential areas are more rural, ranging from manufactured home communities and late 20th-century homes to newly constructed subdivisions and farms. Prices in West Mobile tend to cost between $100,000 for smaller homes and $800,000 for larger homes, farms or new construction.
Small homes with inviting porches are a common sight in Downtown Mobile.
Mobile has lovely historic pre-war houses residing on streets lined with moss laden oaks.
There are large homes are on Heron Lakes Golf Course in Spring Valley, Alabama.
Wake up to the sounds of nature in the peaceful Venetia neighborhood.
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Mobile County Public Schools
Mobile County Public Schools consists of 92 schools and serves nearly 53,000 students. MCPS is the largest school system in Alabama and the largest employer in Mobile County—the third largest in Alabama—with 7,600 employees. The school system has 12 Blue Ribbon schools recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Mobile operates private schools across the region, including a high school and eight elementary schools in Mobile. The Hillsdale neighborhood is home to University of South Alabama, offering nearly 100 degree programs. The USA Jaguars play Division I football at Hancock-Whitney Stadium. Spring Hill College, America's third-oldest Jesuit college, offers a range of four-year degrees, as does the Baptist-affiliated University of Mobile in nearby Prichard.
Alabama's oldest public school is Barton Academy on Government Street in Downtown Mobile.
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The bell tower at The University of South Alabama's campus next to Hillsdale Neighborhood.
The University of South Alabama is only minutes from the Overton Neighborhood.
On average, homes in Mobile, AL sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Mobile, AL over the last 12 months is $235,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$250,000
Median Sale Price
$235,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$245,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$229,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$163,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3,370
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
$6
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$137
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes for Sale
847
Months of Supply
3.00
Cost of Living Comparison
Average Home Value
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Top Schools in Mobile, AL
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#1 Saraland Elementary School
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#2 Clark Shaw Magnet School
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#3 Eichold-Mertz School Of Math And Science
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#4 Old Shell Road Magnet School
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#5 W H Council Traditional School
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#6 Dawes Intermediate School
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#7 Robert E. Lee Elementary School
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#8 Hutchens Elementary School
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#9 Elsie Collier Elementary School
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Best Public Middle Schools
#1 Nelson Leon Adams Middle School/Saraland Middle School
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