Cost of Living in Mobile, AL
Population: 185,097 • 2026 Data
$51,090
Median Household Income
-34% vs national
$1,029
Median Monthly Rent
-24% vs national
$170,300
Median Home Value
-50% vs national
5.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Mobile
The median home value in Mobile, AL is $170,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,029, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,016.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Mobile, AL is $51,090. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9%, with a labor force of 88,808 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.