Grand Bay, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
3,765 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,318 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$143,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$351 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$725 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mobile County
6
Mobile Metro Area
6
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Mobile County
8
Mobile Metro Area
8
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 53
Mar 6 0 59
Apr 4 0 65
May 5 0 73
Jun 7 0 79
Jul 8 0 81
Aug 7 0 81
Sep 6 0 77
Oct 4 0 67
Nov 5 0 59
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 2%

Schools

Grand Bay Middle School
<1 miles, N 2.3 star
Cora Castlen Elementary
<1 miles, N 3.7 star
Breitling Elementary School
3 miles, NE 2.8 star
Anna F Booth Elementary School
4 miles, SE 4.1 star

Colleges

Fortis College
17 miles, NE 1 star
Remington College-Mobile Campus
18 miles, NE 1.4 star
University of South Alabama
18 miles, NE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Singing River Health System
13 miles, W 2.3 star
Providence Hospital
17 miles, NE 2.3 star
Springhill Medical Center
20 miles, NE 2.3 star

Airports

Mobile Regional Airport
16 miles, NE 1.4 star
Pensacola International Airport
69 miles, E 1.9 star