The small city of Mobile, AL has a population of 36693 and is ranked highly in many categories on the BestPlaces website. It ranks 27th out of 100 cities in Alabama for its high education level, with over two-thirds of the adult population having earned at least a Bachelor's degree. Additionally, the city ranks extremely well for diversity, with its racial makeup consisting of 60% White alone, 30% Black or African American alone, and 9% Hispanic or Latino. The city is also ranked highly for amenities such as grocery stores and parks per capita. Furthermore, Mobile ranks in the top 25% of cities nationwide for its low commute times, with an average commute time of just under 20 minutes. All these qualities make Mobile a great place to live and grow!
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