Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
5-14 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
17%
Chickasaw, AL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$744
Population
6,281
Renter Mix
46% Rent
A small town with easy access to the city of Mobile
Affordable
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Suburban
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Accessible
Chickasaw, Alabama, is a close-knit city on the northern edge of Mobile County, offering a quieter pace of daily life just minutes from the energy of downtown Mobile. Its position near the Port of Mobile and a strong base of industrial and manufacturing employers gives the local economy steady footing, making it a practical and grounded place to call home. The city's compact size means getting around is straightforward, and proximity to Mobile means residents can tap into a much larger job market, healthcare network, and educational landscape without straying far.
Housing in Chickasaw leans toward the accessible and unpretentious, with a mix of modest single-family homes, duplexes, and smaller apartment communities that suit a range of budgets and lifestyles. The residential streets carry an established feel, reflecting decades of stable community character rather than rapid-turnover development. For those pursuing higher education, the University of South Alabama and Bishop State Community College are both within easy reach in neighboring Mobile.
Chickasaw was incorporated in 1947, growing largely in connection with wartime industrial expansion along Mobile Bay, and that working-city spirit still shapes its identity today. Renters looking for an affordable foothold near one of the Gulf Coast's most historically rich cities will find Chickasaw worth a closer look.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$37,249
Average: $48,213
Education
931
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,658
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Chickasaw has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
46%
Non-Renters
54%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
9%
Other Education
91%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Chickasaw, AL is $744 for one bedroom, and $898 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Chickasaw has increased by 1.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$744/month
712 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Chickasaw, AL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Chickasaw City Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
550 Students
Peter Joe Hamilton Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
416 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
143 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
241 Students
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center
- Mobile Botanical Gardens
Airports
- Mobile International
- Mobile Regional
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.