Daphne, AL

U.S. News Ratings
Population 20,272
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living Low
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price Low
Median Income Average

Geography

Daphne is tucked away on the eastern shoreline of Mobile Bay, 30 minutes west of Pensacola, Fla.

Cultural Attractions

In the early 1900s, settlers from Italy arrived, bringing their skills in agriculture and a strong tradition of foods and wine. Their influence remains today and is celebrated at the annual Festa Italiana.

Recreation

With the Mobile Bay, the Gulf of Mexico, and various rivers within close proximity, hunting, fishing, and water sports are always within arm's reach.

Economy

Technology and manufacturing are some of the major industries that operate in Daphne.

Fun Fact

During the summer, the odd phenomenon known as the Jubilee can bring blue crabs, shrimp, and fish from the depths of the bay to shallow waters near the shoreline. Any who care to stock an ice chest with seafood for the summer may do so, free of charge.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
20,272
Population under 55:
74.9%
Population over 55:
25.1%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
New Orleans

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Good
Temperature:
89°F July High, 27°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$52,207
Median home price:
$156,657
Average property tax:
$255

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
8.4%
Average
Cost of living:
Low

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
5
Middle schools:
3
High schools:
1

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
1
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
4
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
5

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
1/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
12/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
22/0

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
64

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