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ZIP 36605

Part of Mobile, AL
Pop. 25,104·Mobile County·91st most expensive ZIP in Alabama
Median rent (all units)
$1,225/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.1%
Month-over-Month
+1.7%
vs US Median
-$740
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ZIP 36605 · $1,225
More affordable than 91% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$870
1 BR
$930
2 BR
$1,100
3 BR
$1,440
4 BR+
$1,470
Research median
$1,100/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$14,700/yr
At $1,225/mo median
Location
CityMobile
StateAL
CountyMobile County
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 3.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.1% YoY, +1.7% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 36605 (Mobile, AL) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
25,104
Median income
$43,538
Median age
37.5
Renters
46.3%
Age distribution
26.9%
20.6%
21.6%
13.9%
17%
Under 1826.9%
18–3420.6%
35–5421.6%
55–6413.9%
65+17%
Gender
45.3%
54.7%
Male45.3%
Female54.7%
Race & ethnicity
27.1%
67.9%
White27.1%
Black67.9%
Hispanic2%
Asian0.8%
Other2.1%
Education (25+)
14%
37.9%
32%
16.1%
No HS diploma14%
HS diploma37.9%
Some college32%
Bachelor's+16.1%
Housing tenure
53.7%
46.3%
Owner53.7%
Renter46.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 36605 in Mobile, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$38,503 → $43,538
up 13.1%
Population
26,830 → 25,104
down 6.4%
Renter share
48.6% → 46.3%
-2.3 pts
Bachelor's+
14.6% → 16.1%
+1.5 pts
Median age
38.1 → 37.5
-0.6 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $38,503 in 2021 to $43,538 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 26,830 to 25,104 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.4% change. About 46.3% of households rent today, against 48.6% in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 36605 covers Mobile, AL. The median rent here is $1,225/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $930/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,100/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($43,538/yr), ZIP 36605 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.1% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 36605?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 36605 (Mobile, AL) is $1,225. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 36605 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 36605's median rent of $1,225/mo is $740 (38%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 36605 compare to other ZIPs in Alabama?

ZIP 36605 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Alabama, ranking #91 out of 115 ZIPs at $1,225/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 36605?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $49,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,225/mo in ZIP 36605. The local median household income is $43,538/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 36605?

Rent in ZIP 36605 has increased 3.1% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 36605 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 36605 is considered moderate for renters. At $1,225/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($43,538/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 36605 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 36605 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.3% of ZIP 36605 households are renters, while 53.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 36605 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 36605 compare to the rest of Mobile?

ZIP 36605 is more affordable than Mobile overall. At $1,225/mo, it's $86 below the Mobile citywide median of $1,311/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 36605 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 36605 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $1,225/mo, rent takes ~34% of ZIP 36605's median household income ($43,538/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 36605 34%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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