Mobile Alabama Map

About Mobile, Alabama

Mobile is a locality in Mobile County, Alabama, United States. With a population of 316,714, Mobile is a major urban centre in Alabama. The population density is 473.8 people per km². Mobile is located at 30.6944°N, 88.0431°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 36652.

Mobile, a city that breathes the humid air of the Gulf Coast, finds its identity shaped by the winding waterways and the rich soil of southern Alabama. It lies 10.4 miles north-west of Daphne, AL (from Daphne, AL: bearing 307°T), and is situated 3.7 miles south-east of Prichard. Its history, a confluence of French, British, and Spanish influences, began as a colonial outpost, a vital port for trade and a gateway to the interior. The land itself, a fertile expanse where the Mobile River meets Mobile Bay, has long dictated its fortunes, supporting agriculture and fostering a maritime economy. This enduring connection to the water, evident in the gentle sway of marsh grasses and the distant cry of gulls, underpins Mobile's character, a legacy of its deep roots in commerce and exploration. The cultural heart of Mobile beats with a distinct Southern cadence, a blend of traditions that find expression in its vibrant Mardi Gras celebrations, a spectacle of parades and revelry that rivals any in the nation. Architecturally, the city boasts historic districts where antebellum homes stand as quiet witnesses to bygone eras, their verandas catching the soft, golden light of late afternoon. Educational pursuits are well-served by institutions like the University of South Alabama, contributing to the intellectual landscape. While no single sports dynasty dominates, the spirit of competition is alive in the region, often drawing energy from the broader Southeastern athletic fervor. Among its notable sons and daughters, figures like the legendary jazz artist Nat King Cole and the esteemed novelist Eudora Welty have left indelible marks, their creative spirits echoing in the very atmosphere of Mobile.

About This Mobile Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Mobile, Alabama — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 30.694357, -88.043054. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Mobile and Mobile County.

Detailed location data for Mobile includes the ZIP code (36602), telephone area code (251), county seat of Mobile County (Mobile), and school district assignment (Mobile County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Mobile is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.