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Is Mobile safe? 🇺🇸
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Mobile 🇺🇸
United States · Assessed 10 November 2026
66
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime57/100FairCrime index 65.1 / 100 · city-level
Sentiment58/100FairMixed to Negative
Advisories85Good
Stability72Good
Health75Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
No advisory against travel
“This travel advice also covers American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and United States Virgin Islands. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe.”
Updated 2026-10-30T16:55:54Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for United States: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-11-02T12:39:42.5763342-05:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Fair
Mugging & robbery risk
Moderate risk
62
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
40 / 100 (Mixed to Negative)
40
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
183k residents
84
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
5.8 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
62
Robbery / mugging
ModerateMugging and armed robbery are primarily concentrated in urban areas after dark and in specific neighborhoods.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching are common in crowded tourist areas, on public transit, and at large events.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Moderate
Traveller sentiment score
Mixed to Negative
58/100
Reported feel40Mixed to Negative
Robbery risk62Moderate risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
While some sources indicate tourist areas are safe, Numbeo data shows a low score for feeling safe walking alone at night (29/100) and a high concern about mugging/robbery (61/100) and violent crime (67/100).
Mobile is generally safe for visitors, particularly in tourist areas, but requires increased caution due to concentrated crime risks.
While official advisories suggest exercising increased caution, the majority of risks in Mobile are concentrated in specific neighborhoods and are more pronounced after dark. Visitors should remain aware of their surroundings and utilize common-sense precautions.
Recent developments
- Nov 2026The SS United States departed Mobile for its planned sinking off the Florida coast, with a Coast Guard safety zone established during its tow.— fox10tv.com
- Nov 2026The SS United States departed Mobile for its planned sinking off the Florida coast, with a Coast Guard safety zone established during its tow.— cruisenews.io
- Jun 2026Secret Service experienced mobile device security blunders that put protectees and employees at risk.— FedScoop
- May 2026The Interior Department launched a new task force to combat violent crime in Indian Country.— U.S. Department of the Interior
Common scams
- Ghost tapping (skimming card data via mobile devices in crowded places)
- Pickpocketing and bag-snatching in crowded tourist areas and public transit
- Distraction techniques used by thieves
- Taxi scams
- Seemingly 'free' gifts that lead to unexpected payment demands
Full briefing
Mobile is generally safe for visitors, especially in areas like Downtown and around the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, which see significant foot traffic. However, like many U.S. cities, Mobile experiences concentrated crime risks in specific neighborhoods, which can be more pronounced after dark. Official advisories from the U.S. and Canada recommend exercising increased caution or normal security precautions, respectively.
Recent reports highlight concerns about mobile device security, with the Secret Service experiencing blunders that put protectees at risk. While not specific to Mobile, this underscores a broader digital security awareness. The city itself is also seeing efforts to combat violent crime, with a new task force launched by the Interior Department.
Travelers should be aware that pickpocketing and bag-snatching are common in crowded tourist spots and on public transport. While violent crime is not evenly distributed, it is a concern for residents, with a significant number reporting worry about mugging and robbery. It is advisable to use rideshare services after dark when navigating unfamiliar areas and to keep valuables secure. Be mindful of potential scams, including digital skimming and distraction techniques.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 6 Mobile districts for visitors: 2 safer, 2 needing caution and 2 best avoided. See them plotted on the Mobile safety map.
South MobileavoidReports indicate higher crime rates; exercise extreme caution or avoid.
East MobileavoidAreas with higher reported crime rates; exercise extreme caution or avoid.
MidtowncautionResidential and commercial areas, exercise normal precautions, especially after dark.
West MobilecautionSuburban areas, generally safe but be aware of surroundings, especially in less populated areas.
DowntownsaferHeavy foot traffic day and night, generally safe for visitors.
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park areasaferHigh visitor traffic and generally considered safe.
07 · After Dark
Is Mobile safe at night?
60% of people in United States say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).
Mugging and armed robbery are primarily concentrated in urban areas after dark and in specific neighborhoods.
After dark, be most careful around South Mobile, East Mobile, Midtown, West Mobile. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Mobile safety FAQ (2026)
Is Mobile safe right now (2026)?
Mobile is generally safe for visitors, particularly in tourist areas, but requires increased caution due to concentrated crime risks. While official advisories suggest exercising increased caution, the majority of risks in Mobile are concentrated in specific neighborhoods and are more pronounced after dark. Visitors should remain aware of their surroundings and utilize common-sense precautions. (Assessed 10 November 2026.)
Is Mobile safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Mobile report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Which areas of Mobile should tourists avoid?
Field research flags South Mobile, East Mobile as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Mobile (2026)?
- Ghost tapping (skimming card data via mobile devices in crowded places)
- Pickpocketing and bag-snatching in crowded tourist areas and public transit
- Distraction techniques used by thieves
- Taxi scams
How does Mobile compare with other places in United States (2026)?
Mobile ranks #9 of 9 United States destinations we've assessed, scoring 66/100. See the United States safety overview for the full list.
How is this mobile safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 14+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight (and U.S. reports lean more on the latest field research); the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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