Mobile County

As of the most recent data, Mobile County, AL has a population of approximately 414,000. The racial composition is about 60% White, 35% Black or African American, 1.7% Asian, and 1% Native American. Hispanic or Latino individuals comprise around 2.6% of the population. The median household income is roughly $45,000, and the poverty rate is about 19.5%. The county's gender distribution is nearly equal, with 51% females and 49% males. The median age is approximately 37 years.

As of 2023, the median home value in Mobile County, AL is approximately $160,000. The median monthly rent is around $900. The homeownership rate is roughly 65.5%, and the median household income is about $47,000. Single-family homes dominate the market, making up about 70% of housing units. The average housing unit age is around 35 years. Housing inventory is moderately limited, leading to a balanced market condition.

Mobile County, AL elections typically feature a variety of races, including federal, state, and local offices. In the 2022 midterm elections, key races included:

• Governor: Incumbent Kay Ivey (R) vs. Yolanda Flowers (D)
• U.S. House District 1: Incumbent Jerry Carl (R) vs. Alexander Remrey (D)
• State Senate and House: Various districts with both Republican and Democratic candidates.

In Mobile's local elections, positions such as County Commissioner, Sheriff, and School Board members are contested. For the 2022 Sheriff race, incumbent Sam Cochran (R) was challenged by Democrat Terri H. Michal.

Voter turnout in Mobile County was around 60% in the 2020 general elections, reflecting strong community engagement. Specific numerical details may vary each cycle, so always check the Mobile County Probate Court or Secretary of State’s website for the latest candidate lists and voter information.

As of recent data, Mobile County, AL, has educational attainment levels that lag slightly behind state and national averages. About 84% of residents aged 25 and older have completed high school or higher, compared to the national average of approximately 88% and the Alabama state average of around 86%. Additionally, around 22% of Mobile County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of about 32% and the state average of roughly 26%. These figures indicate that while education levels in Mobile County are close to state averages, they fall short of national standards. Educational initiatives and community programs continue to aim at improving these statistics.

As of the latest data, Mobile County, AL has an employment rate of approximately 56.3%, with key industries including healthcare, manufacturing, retail, education, and shipbuilding. Specifically, healthcare employs around 16% of the workforce, manufacturing about 14%, and retail around 10%.

In comparison, Alabama's state employment in healthcare stands at roughly 15%, manufacturing at 13%, and retail at 11%. National averages show healthcare at 13%, manufacturing at 9%, and retail at 10%.

Mobile County's industrial base is bolstered by significant employers like Austal USA and the Port of Mobile, making it a regional hub for shipbuilding and logistics. This localized industrial emphasis skews the county's employment composition slightly more toward manufacturing and logistics than both state and national averages.

Unemployment rates in Mobile County typically hover slightly above national average, reflecting regional economic challenges.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Mobile County, AL, is approximately $45,390. For comparison:

• The median household income in Alabama is around $52,035.
• The national median household income in the United States is approximately $68,703.

Income levels in Mobile County are noticeably lower than both the state and national averages.

These figures highlight Mobile County's income challenges relative to broader benchmarks.

As of the latest data, Mobile County, AL, has a high crime rate compared to both state and national averages. The overall crime rate is 43.57 per 1,000 residents annually. Violent crimes include homicide, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, with rates significantly higher than many other U.S. locales.

These statistics illustrate the prevalent risk in certain crime categories within Mobile County. Always refer to the latest local law enforcement reports or official crime databases for the most current information.