Mobile Population 2026
Mobile has a population of 183,289, making it the #141 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Alabama. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 48× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
183,289
Rank in United States
#141
Coordinates
30.69°N, 88.04°W
~3 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,355 km
841 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alabama
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | 215,006 | #108 |
| Birmingham | 196,357 | #129 |
| Montgomery | 195,287 | #130 |
| Tuscaloosa | 111,338 | #273 |
| Hoover | 84,848 | #421 |
| Dothan | 68,567 | #561 |
| Auburn | 62,059 | #651 |
| Decatur | 55,437 | #764 |
Cities near Mobile
- Prichard22,351 people · ~6 km away
- Daphne24,896 people · ~17 km away
- Tillmans Corner17,398 people · ~17 km away
- Fairhope18,730 people · ~23 km away
- Foley17,218 people · ~47 km away
- Pascagoula22,126 people · ~61 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mobile?
Mobile has a population of 183,289 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #141 biggest city in United States.
What state is Mobile in?
Mobile is located in Alabama, United States.
Is Mobile the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,355 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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