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ZIP 36606

Part of Mobile, AL
Pop. 18,728·Mobile County·87th most expensive ZIP in Alabama
Median rent (all units)
$1,243/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.5%
Month-over-Month
-3.3%
vs US Median
-$719
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ZIP 36606 · $1,243
More affordable than 90% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,962/mo
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Studio
$800
1 BR
$870
2 BR
$1,020
3 BR
$1,330
4 BR+
$1,360
Research median
$1,020/mo

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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$14,916/yr
At $1,243/mo median
Location
CityMobile
StateAL
CountyMobile County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (up only 3.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.5% YoY, -3.3% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 36606 (Mobile, AL) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 31% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
18,728
Median income
$51,303
Median age
33.3
Renters
51.3%
Age distribution
24.2%
28.3%
23.7%
12.5%
Under 1824.2%
18–3428.3%
35–5423.7%
55–6411.2%
65+12.5%
Gender
43.1%
56.9%
Male43.1%
Female56.9%
Race & ethnicity
39.5%
51.2%
White39.5%
Black51.2%
Hispanic6.7%
Asian1.2%
Other1.5%
Education (25+)
30.7%
27.4%
31%
No HS diploma10.9%
HS diploma30.7%
Some college27.4%
Bachelor's+31%
Housing tenure
48.7%
51.3%
Owner48.7%
Renter51.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 36606 in Mobile, AL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$866 → $1,243
up 43.5%
Income
$44,662 → $51,303
up 14.9%
Population
18,697 → 18,728
up 0.2%
Renter share
50.3% → 51.3%
+1.0 pts
Bachelor's+
29.9% → 31%
+1.1 pts
Median age
34.9 → 33.3
-1.6 yrs

Five years ago, renters in ZIP 36606 in Mobile, AL paid around $866 a month. That figure now sits near $1,243, up 43.5% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 36606 in Mobile, AL now reports about $51,303, up from $44,662 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 36606 in Mobile, AL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

ZIP code 36606 covers Mobile, AL. The median rent here is $1,243/mo as of August 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $870/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,020/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($51,303/yr), ZIP 36606 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.5% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 36606?

As of August 17, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 36606 (Mobile, AL) is $1,243. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 36606 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 36606's median rent of $1,243/mo is $719 (37%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo.

How does ZIP 36606 compare to other ZIPs in Alabama?

ZIP 36606 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Alabama, ranking #87 out of 119 ZIPs at $1,243/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 36606?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $50,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,243/mo in ZIP 36606. The local median household income is $51,303/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 36606?

Rent in ZIP 36606 has increased 3.5% over the past year as of August 17, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 36606 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 36606 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,243/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($51,303/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 36606 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 36606 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.3% of ZIP 36606 households are renters, while 48.7% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 36606 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 36606 compare to the rest of Mobile?

ZIP 36606 is more affordable than Mobile overall. At $1,243/mo, it's $50 below the Mobile citywide median of $1,293/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 36606 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 36606 reflects August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,243/mo, rent takes ~29% of ZIP 36606's median household income ($51,303/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 36606 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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