Gulf-coast value with hurricane math. Median home price runs about $198K with an effective property tax near 0.4% — roughly $792/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Mobile
Median home price
$198K
Effective property tax
0.4%
Tax friendliness
7/10
Winter mildness
9/10
Summer comfort
4/10
Walkability
4/10
Outdoor access
5/10
Culture & food
5/10
Healthcare
6/10
Airport connectivity
5/10
Schools
5/10
Safety
4/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
4/10
Growth trajectory
4/10
Who it fits: budget-first buyers. Who should look elsewhere: the insurance-averse.