Crime Safety Grade

C+

Mobile, AL Crime Rate

Lower crime than 52% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 115+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Mobile Safe?

With an overall crime index of 110, Mobile has a 10% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 229. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Dawes earning an A+ grade while Arlington rates F.

Crime Index Comparison

Mobile
110
Alabama Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
110
10% above average
Violent Crime
109
9% above average
Property Crime
119
19% above average
Safe Areas
70%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Mobile

1 in 229

Property crime: 1 in 210

Where Is It Safe in Mobile?

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Mobile Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 26% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 6% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 115 ▲ 15%
Assault Violent 107 ▲ 7%
Robbery Violent 106 ▲ 6%
Burglary Property 111 ▲ 11%
Larceny / Theft Property 121 ▲ 21%
Vehicle Theft Property 126 ▲ 26%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Mobile Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Pierce Creek A+ 21
2 Dawes A+ 25
3 Autumndale A+ 33
4 Cypress Shores A+ 38
5 Travis A+ 41
6 Cottage Park A+ 49
7 Westlake A+ 44
8 Country Club A+ 40
9 Glen Acres A+ 97
10 Di Grado A+ 30
11 Second Creek A+ 32
12 Baker A 37
13 Millers Creek A 47
14 Bienville A 47
15 Alderbrook A 55
16 Prospect A 44
17 Audubon A 67
18 Westavia A 54
19 Garland A 55
20 Alligator Bayou A 67
21 Devonshire A 114
22 D'Iberville A 46
23 Goldmine A 49
24 Skyland Park A 39
25 College Park A 53
26 Parkhill A 67
27 University of South Alabama A 44
28 Bayside A 156
29 Kimberline A 37
30 Yorkwood A 47
31 Warwick A 37
32 Berkleigh A 77
33 Nevius A 127
34 Rolling Acres A 58
35 Claremont A 53
36 Tillman A 152
37 Carlen A 135
38 Sheldon A 68
39 Pinewood A 59
40 Riviere De Chien A- 86
41 Riverside A- 82
42 Hannon Park A- 122
43 Crestview A- 87
44 Milkhouse A- 109
45 Canterbury A- 63
46 Navco A- 67
47 Larkspur A- 125
48 Terrace Hills A- 103
49 Forest Highland A- 83
50 Colonial Heights B+ 91
51 Malibar Heights B+ 87
52 Woodlawn B+ 66
53 Llanfair B+ 80
54 Lourdes B+ 95
55 Pine Grove B+ 89
56 Overton B+ 122
57 Park Place B+ 123
58 Overlook B+ 90
59 Bellewood B 114
60 Westhill B 132
61 Ferry B 100
62 Driftwood B 125
63 Cody B 108
64 Bates B 181
65 Melrose B 183
66 Venetia B 135
67 Highland B 172
68 Brookwood B 127
69 Thornhill B 150
70 Brookley Industrial Park B 141
71 Lyons Park B 160
72 Carver B 90
73 Oakleigh B 114
74 Greenwich Hills B- 122
75 Neshota B- 165
76 Leinkauf B- 121
77 Pleasant Valley B- 141
78 Washington Square B- 146
79 Dauphin Acres B- 124
80 Spring Valley B- 132
81 Greenmound B- 110
82 Reichlieu C+ 132
83 North Industrial Area C+ 144
84 Mertz C+ 145
85 Jackson Heights C+ 146
86 Texas Hill / South Oakleigh C+ 144
87 Georgia Avenue C+ 161
88 Plateau C+ 138
89 Marine Street C 156
90 Airmont C 140
91 Bayview C 147
92 Happy Hill C 141
93 Riverfront Industrial Area C 141
94 Africatown C 141
95 Riviera C 143
96 Beau Terra C 140
97 Hillsdale C 159
98 Baltimore C- 160
99 Fisher C- 162
100 Rickarby C- 150
101 Rosedale C- 174
102 Bolton C- 156
103 Central Business District C- 191
104 Crichton D+ 161
105 McVoy D+ 171
106 Maryvale D 162
107 Oakdale D 147
108 Trinity Gardens D 161
109 Gorgas D 160
110 Mobile Terrace D 187
111 Owens D- 183
112 Maysville F+ 182
113 Texas Street F 185
114 Arlington F 194
115 Orange Grove F 199

Mobile Crime by Zip Code

36619
A Index: 86
36695
A Index: 66
36693
A- Index: 75
36608
A- Index: 97
36611
B+ Index: 126
36618
B+ Index: 88
36615
B+ Index: 142
36609
B+ Index: 115
36606
B Index: 136
36604
B- Index: 147
36605
B- Index: 133
36607
C+ Index: 144
36612
C Index: 149
36617
C- Index: 133
36610
C- Index: 159
36602
D+ Index: 182
36603
D Index: 173

Mobile Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
328,610
Median Income
$43,456
Home Value
$131,677
Median Rent
$873
Home Ownership
52%

Racial Demographics

White
46%
Black
47.8%
Hispanic
3%
Asian
2.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Mobile?
Mobile has an overall crime index of 110, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 70% of neighborhoods in Mobile are rated A or B for safety.
Is Mobile safe to live in?
Mobile has a crime safety grade of C+. Higher than average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Mobile?
The safest neighborhoods in Mobile based on crime data include Dawes, Pierce Creek, Autumndale, Cypress Shores, and Travis. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Mobile crime compare to the national average?
Mobile's overall crime index is 110 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 10% higher than the typical US city.

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