Memphis, TN vs Mobile, AL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Memphis
76
#398 nationally
Mobile
73.7
#689 nationally
Mobile leads in crime level (20.6 vs 68.5). Memphis leads in walk score (35 vs 32). Memphis leads in average commute (21.6 min vs 22.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Memphis, TN | Mobile, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76 (#398) | 73.7 (#689) |
| Population | 618,639 | 182,595 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $144,877 | $199,226 |
| Median Household Income | $48,090 | $48,524 |
| Average Commute | 21.6 min | 22.8 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 68.5 | 20.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 91 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+25.4 | R+16.4 |
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76 Score
Memphis, TN
Major Tennessee city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$144,877
Population
618,639
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
35
Southeast
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73.7 Score
Mobile, AL
Mid-size Alabama city with community character
Median Home
$199,226
Population
182,595
Crime
High
Walk Score
32
Southeast
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