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Hobson, AL
Census-designated place in Washington County, Alabama.
Population
181
Land area
2.9sq mi
People per sq mi
61
ZIP codes
0
Hobson and its ZIP codes
Hobson at a glance
- Hobson is 39% less dense than Alabama as a whole.
Economy and federal money
Jobs, pay, income and spending are for Washington County. PPP loans are for Hobson.
Unemployment rate
3.5%
Aug 2026, 0.0 pts in a year
Average annual pay
$93,220
5,356 jobs, 2025
Income per person
$50,546
BEA, 2024
Federal spending
$122M
FY 2026, $7,952 per person
Environment and hazard risk
Hobson, AL, from FEMA, NOAA and EPA
Natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Top: hurricane
Storm events since 1996
288
Countywide, mostly thunderstorm wind
Flood insurance policies
9
0.1% of homes, county
July high / Jan low
92° / 34°F
Health statistics
Share of adults in Hobson, AL, CDC PLACES estimates
Obesity
35.4%
U.S. 33.3% +2.1 pts
Diabetes
12.6%
U.S. 12.1% +0.5 pts
Smoking
14.3%
U.S. 12.8% +1.5 pts
Uninsured (18-64)
8.0%
U.S. 11.1% -3.1 pts
Cities near Hobson
| Name | Distance | Land area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|
| ChatomTown | 6.2 mi | 10.7 |
| St. StephensCensus-designated place | 7 mi | 9.9 |
| TibbieCensus-designated place | 10 mi | 1.7 |
| LeroyCensus-designated place | 11 mi | 11.9 |
| MillryTown | 14 mi | 7.5 |
| JacksonCity | 15 mi | 15.6 |
| Sims ChapelCensus-designated place | 16 mi | 5.7 |
| McIntoshTown | 17 mi | 1 |
| CullomburgCensus-designated place | 18 mi | 5.3 |
| FruitdaleCensus-designated place | 19 mi | 4.5 |
| RockvilleCensus-designated place | 19 mi | 2.8 |
| State Line, MSTown | 19 mi | 4.3 |
| Vinegar BendCensus-designated place | 20 mi | 9.5 |
| CoffeevilleTown | 20 mi | 4.5 |
| CarltonCensus-designated place | 20 mi | 4.5 |
| Deer ParkCensus-designated place | 21 mi | 3.1 |
Frequently asked questions
- What county is Hobson, AL in?
- Hobson is in Washington County, Alabama.
- What is the population of Hobson, AL?
- About 181 people live in Hobson, based on American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
- What cities are near Hobson?
- Nearby places include Chatom (6.2 mi), St. Stephens (7 mi), Tibbie (10 mi), Leroy (11 mi), Millry (14 mi).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line boundaries, American Community Survey) · Data as of 12/31/2023