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Dauphin Island, AL

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Population
1,929
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
8 ft
Median Home Value
$432,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,844/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$67,206
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in AlabamaPopulation rankingHighest population places in AlabamaNearest larger communityPascagoula, Mississippi24 miles away · 21,409 residents.

About Dauphin Island

Dauphin Island is an island town in Mobile County, Alabama, situated on a scenic barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico. Incorporated in 1988 and forming part of the Mobile metropolitan area, the historic island was first visited by French explorer Pierre Le Moyne in 1699. Today it is a popular coastal community home to the historic Fort Gaines, the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, and the Alabama Aquarium. Local education is provided by the Mobile County Public School System.

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Low PopulationA+100.0ratingWater Recreation AccessA+98.1ratingLow Cold ImpactA96.5rating

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