Population
412K
County Seat
Mobile
Libraries
17
Schools
103
Searching Mobile County: what to expect
Mobile County does more online than most: 5 county-run sources below, which keeps courthouse trips to a minimum. Court lookups run through Alabama's statewide system, which charges for full access; the free-versus-paid breakdown is on the Alabama court records page. The county's own strong points: mobileso.com covers the sheriff's side — jail roster and inmate lookups, and esearch.mobilecopropertytax.com handles parcel and property-tax data. For vital records there's no county-level source online — the statewide routes on the Alabama vital records page cover that piece.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Mobile County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Alabama state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Mobile County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Mobile County, Alabama — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
412,339
Population
Census estimate
159,605
Households
Census estimate
$55,352
Median income
Annual household
$164,600
Median home value
Census ACS
Mobile
County seat
In Alabama
Criminal records
3 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Mobile County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Mobile County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Document Recording Alabama Administrative Office of Courts |
| Wants & warrants | Inmate Search - Alabama Department of Corrections |
| Property records | Your cart is currently empty. - Mobile County Property Searc… ArcGIS Web Application |
| Vital records | Contact Us | Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) |
| Voter records | Alabama Votes | Alabama Secretary of State |
| Professional licenses | Mobile | Alabama Secretary of State |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Mobile County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Mobile County Records
2026
Mobile County official government portal active
The official Mobile County government website at mobilecountyal.gov continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Mobile County court records portal verified
State court system links for Mobile County verified against the Alabama judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Mobile County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Mobile County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Mobile County property records online
Mobile County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Mobile County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Mobile County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Mobile County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Alabama statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Alabama state level — not by the county.
3
Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Mobile County Records
MYTH"Mobile County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Mobile County are held by the Alabama state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Mobile County are gone everywhere."
FACTSealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
MYTH"Free 'instant background' sites have Mobile County data."
FACTOnly the official Alabama state repository has verified, current Mobile County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Mobile County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Mobile County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
MYTH"All county records older than 50 years are public."
FACTPartially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources and Official Record Portals
- mobilecountyal.gov — Official Mobile County government website
- probate.mobilecountyal.gov — Court records — official source
- www.alea.gov — Criminal records — official source
- www.alabamapublichealth.gov — Vital records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Mobile County & Alabama Records
For records not specific to Mobile County, use Alabama's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Alabama statewide record systems:
- Alabama Court Records →
- Alabama Criminal Records →
- Alabama Property Records →
- Alabama Vital Records →
- Alabama Voter Records →
- Alabama Wants & Warrants →
- Alabama Licenses →
- Alabama Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Alabama statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
Most Mobile County searches end up needing one of these:
About Mobile County, Alabama
Mobile County is located in southwest Alabama. The county seat is Mobile (official site: http://mobilecountyal.gov/).
- Households: 159,605
- Median household income: $55,352
- Median home value: $164,600
- Below poverty line: 17.6%
- Land area: 1,229.4 sq mi
- Population density: 335.4 people / sq mi
Inmates
Official Free
Current inmate roster for Mobile County, Alabama, published by the sheriff's office. Booking information is public record in nearly every state, and this feed comes straight from the jail's system.
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
Official Free
The mission of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is to efficiently provide quality service, protection and safety for the State of Alabama through the utilization of consolidated law enforcement, investigative and support services .
🌐 alea.gov
Document Recording
Official Free
The Recording Office of the Mobile County Probate Court is located on the first floor of the Mobile County Government Center Annex building (151 Government Street).
Alabama Administrative Office of Courts
Official Free
Case records from the Alabama courts serving Mobile County surface through this system. If a link breaks, the office homepage at alacourt.gov carries the new path.
Your cart is currently empty. - Mobile County Property Search
Official Free
Just locate your property and select the Green Pay Taxes button. This feature works with multiple properties. Your transaction can be completed using credit card via a secure service. VALUES DISPLAYED ARE 2025 VALUES. Property record and appraisal information are for appraisal use only and should not be used for any legal purpose or conveyance.
ArcGIS Web Application
Official Free
Explore our open data and tools, and use it build insights of your own.
Madison County ISV3
Official Free
Parcel and valuation data for Mobile County — ownership, assessed values, and property characteristics. It sits outside government; official offices remain the record of authority.
ArcGIS Web Application
Official Free
Explore our open data and tools, and use it build insights of your own.
Contact Us | Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH)
Official Free
Birth, death, and marriage record requests for Mobile County route through this office. If a link breaks, the office homepage at alabamapublichealth.gov carries the new path.
Records Search
Official Free
Probate Court’s Online Records Search system utilizes advanced search technology with multiple search options called Landmark WEB. Landmark WEB includes access to real property records (1813-present), estate claims filed in Recording through July 1st, 2013, marriage records (indexed 1813-present, viewable September 2019 to present), and election records.
Alabama Votes | Alabama Secretary of State
Official Free
Alabama's official voter portal. Registration lookup, polling place, and absentee tracking, run by the Secretary of State.
Mobile | Alabama Secretary of State
Official Free
Business filing records for Alabama. Officer and organizer names, where filed, are public in most states. The registered agent listed is who accepts lawsuits for the company; process servers work from this record.
Contact
Official Free
Project THRIVE Second Chance or Else (SCORE)Family Intervention TeamVictim Services Unit Bridging the Gap Citizens Police AcademyBoots and BadgesProject CARECivilian Ride-Along ProgramMobile Law Enforcement Foundation TrainingCivilian Cadet CorpsQuality of LifeWages & BenefitsResidency RequirementsThe Application ProcessCode Of EthicsPublic Safety DispatchersProvisional/Direct Hire Employment Application Contact Mobile Police DepartmentDepartment DirectoryCommend an OfficerFeedbackSubmit Anonymous TipMedia Inquiries
Inmate Search - Alabama Department of Corrections
Official Free
Please Keep In Mind: This database only contains currently incarcerated inmates. Historical data is not available on-line at this time. The AIS (Alabama Institutional Serial) number field takes preced
Phone Directory
Official Free
Official Mobile County, Alabama government source (www.mobilecountyal.gov).
Mobile Sample (PDF)
Official Free
Voter registration and election information for Mobile County, Alabama. It is the fastest way to verify a registration survived a move or name change. Sample ballots tied to your registration beat the generic ones — they show your exact races.
Alabama Secretary of State Business Entity Search
Business, Voter & Other
Alabama Secretary of State business entity search.
arc-sos.state.al.us
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Mobile County?
Mobile County court cases are filed with the Circuit Clerk. Search the Document Recording portal: https://probate.mobilecountyal.gov/public-records/document-recording. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Alabama?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Alabama counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
Are Alabama marriage records public?
Marriage records in Alabama are generally public — anyone can verify that a marriage occurred and request a non-certified copy. Certified copies (needed for legal purposes like name changes or immigration) may be restricted to the spouses, immediate family, or those with a court order.
Are Mobile County records free to search?
Yes — every link on this page goes to an official government source. Basic searches are free. Certified copies and formal background checks carry the standard government fee.