Mobile, Alabama is a rockin' southern city, and a great place for folks of all ages. Located on the Mobile River and Gulf of Mexico, the city boasts a rich history and great location. And it is this location that lends itself to the city's lush greenery and spectacular sunsets. A stroll or drive through Mobile's many neighborhoods will reveal a pleasing mix of historic facades and modern architecture. And you will find a similar rich mixture among the city's residents. For the most part, these folks understand their history, enjoy the present, and plan for the future. They pride themselves on their graciousness and hospitality, which they extend to visitors and locals alike.

The city of Mobile supports a population of approximately 193,000 residents. The median age here is 34 years old, with an annual household income of around $35,000 per year. Mobile's cost of living remains fairly affordable. With its diversity of housing options, there is literally something for every taste and budget. In Mobile's downtown and midtown districts, housing options range from Victorian cottages to restored antebellum mansions. Within these districts are seven historic residential districts, with many homes listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Further out from the center of town, tranquil suburbs offer their residents the option of living on the waterfront, nestled among rolling hills, or at the end of a peaceful cul de sac.

Whether you choose a condominium in the heart of the city, a comfortable ranch style home, a building with historical significance, or a newer executive style home, Mobile has it all. In fact, the city boasts an incredibly strong housing market, and represents the best of both worlds for home owners. Housing prices here remain below the national average, making the dream of home ownership a reality for most Mobilians. Simultaneously, these homes have continued to increase in value, making them a great investment for their owners. Recently, U.S. News and World Report listed Mobile in its top one-third among the "Hottest Housing Markets in the U.S."

The largest employment sectors in the Mobile area are retail and manufacturing. Because of its prime maritime location, there is a strong base of employment along the waterfront. The city recently pumped over $24 million dollars into this dock area, ensuring that Mobile remains an important port for shipping and services for decades into the future. The next largest employment sectors are professional services, technology and the sciences. These fields are represented by such major employers as Halliburton and the Mobile Infirmary Medical Center, which alone employs over 3,000 local residents.

Mobile also boasts a number of fantastic community events. It maintains the distinction of hosting the first ever Mardi Gras in this country, in 1704, a full sixty two years before New Orleans, and has kept with the tradition every year since. For those who desire the gracious living associated with a beautifully landscaped city, you should know that Mobile is the "Azalea Capital of the World". The flowers were first brought from his father's garden in France by an original settler. You will find seas of these buds throughout the town, and a number of festivals and fun runs with an azalea theme. Mobile also hosts such events as the America's Junior Miss Pageant, the Senior Bowl, annual Bay Fest, and the incredibly popular Gulf Coast Ethnic and Heritage Jazz Festival held every summer.

Mobilians pride themselves on their generosity, originality and unique style of doing things. Should you decide to live in Mobile, you will join such American notables as Jimmy Buffett, Hank Aaron and "Forrest Gump" author Winston Groom. Mobile, Alabama is a spectacular city that will welcome you with open arms.


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