Mall Information
Located in Florence, Alabama, Florence Mall is an enclosed shopping center serving the Shoals area and surrounding communities in Northwest Alabama. The mall features a mix of national and local retailers and services, including Dillard’s and Belk, and continues to serve as a centrally located destination for everyday shopping and community use.
Positioned along Cox Creek Parkway (U.S. Highway 43), one of the area’s primary commercial corridors, the property benefits from strong visibility and major local employers. The surrounding market includes the University of North Alabama and a range of healthcare, education, and manufacturing activities that support ongoing consumer demand in the Shoals region.
MARKET SNAPSHOT
Florence is located along the Tennessee River in northwest Alabama, forming part of the Shoals metropolitan area alongside Muscle Shoals, Sheffield, and Tuscumbia, with regional connectivity to Huntsville and Memphis.
The Shoals region’s workforce is supported by major institutions in healthcare and education, including North Alabama Medical Center, University of North Alabama, and Northwest-Shoals Community College, which play important roles in regional employment and workforce development.
The market is anchored by the University of North Alabama, the oldest public university in Alabama, serving as a major driver of year-round activity and student presence in the community.
Florence was named the No. 1 Best Small College Town in the U.S. for 2025 by USA TODAY 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards, highlighting the city’s regional appeal and visitor draw.
Florence hosts a strong calendar of cultural events, including the W.C. Handy Music Festival, a weeklong celebration honoring Florence native W.C. Handy, widely known as the “Father of the Blues.”
Trade Area Profile
Population: 42,716
Households: 17,745
Median Age: 35
Median Household Income: $52,174
Notable Area Employers
Lauderdale County Schools
North Alabama Medical Center
Northwest-Shoals Community College
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
University of North Alabama
Data Census , 2024