Mobile County

Mobile County is an administrative division in southern Alabama that includes coastal areas along the Gulf of Mexico with waterways, marshes, and developed communities throughout. The territory encompasses the city of Mobile along with rural sections, barrier islands, and diverse neighborhoods ranging from historic districts to newer residential areas.

This territory passed through French, Spanish, and British control over centuries before becoming part of the United States following the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. It subsequently developed as a major port for regional trade and industrial growth throughout the 1800s.

Mobile County carries visible marks of French, Spanish, and British heritage in its street names and building styles throughout the region. The annual Mardi Gras celebrations show how the community connects with its deep Creole roots and cultural traditions.

The county administrative offices are located in downtown Mobile, providing centralized access to government services and public facilities. Since the region blends urban and rural areas, having transportation is important to explore different parts and reach parks or community sites effectively.

Mobile County was once a major hub for cotton trading and shipping, shaping its role in the pre-Civil War southern economy in significant ways. This port legacy left deep marks on the area and continues to appear in historic architecture and local stories today.

Location: Alabama

Inception: December 18, 1812

Capital city: Mobile

Shares border with: Washington County, Baldwin County, Jackson County, George County, Greene County

Website: http://MobileCountyAL.gov

GPS coordinates: 30.78639,-88.21389

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:01