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36279

Alabama · 3,071 residents · 30.4 sq mi
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ZIP 36279 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $53,024. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $159,100. Among the 10 ZIP codes in Calhoun County, 36279 ranks 7th by median household income.

$53,024
US average: $82,259
$159,100
US average: $376,019
14.8%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
34.6%
Age 65+
17.5%
42.6%
57.4%
2.65 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic92.7%(2,847)
Black0.9%(28)
Hispanic / Latino5.7%(175)
Asian0%(0)
Other0.7%(21)
Diversity Score17.1%(527)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Calhoun County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST7TH OF 10HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
36201$37,614
36203$69,485
36205$24,734
36206$51,116
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 36279?

ZIP code 36279 has about 3,071 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 36279?

The typical household in ZIP code 36279 earns about $53,024 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 36279 expensive?

In ZIP code 36279, the median home is worth about $159,100, and the typical rent is about $955 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 36279?

About 14.8% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 36279 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 36279?

About 16.4% of people in ZIP code 36279 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024