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Mobile, AL
Mobile · AL 36602
Updated November 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$345K
Median Price
23/100
Walk Score
6.1/10
Schools
20 min
to Mobile Downtown
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
CSchools
61/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
23/100
WYLT Score50/100
Our Take
This Mobile ZIP has solid school options and a low flood risk, but walkability and local crime are modest concerns. Housing remains affordable compared to national averages, making it a reasonable choice for many, though not a high‑value hot spot.
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The Good
- ✓Affordably priced homes vs national trend
- ✓Strong public transit score for the area
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Several high‑rated schools nearby
Real Talk
- !Crime rates in the neighborhood are higher than city average, especially property crime
- !Walk score of 23 means most errands require a car
- !Median household income ($42k) is below national median
- !Housing stock largely older, requiring maintenance
- !Utilities and HOA fees can add up
- $Annual property taxes
- $Potential HOA fees in some developments
- $Higher maintenance costs for older homes
Best For
Retirees seeking affordable coastal livingFamilies looking for good schoolsYoung professionals who rely on public transitPet owners with access to local parks and trails
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Mobile, AL
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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