Island is a town located in Mobile County, in the state of Alabama (AL), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 6.2 square miles (16.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 10 ft. With a population of approximately 1,371 residents, Island offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 52.74% males and 47.26% females, and it has a population density of 221.13 people per square mile (85.38/km²). Island lies at a latitude of 30.26 and a longitude of -88.13, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (24.1%), followed by English (14.2%), German (10.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36528.