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36862

Alabama · 5,915 residents · 226.455 sq mi
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ZIP 36862 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $37,719. 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 $134,700. With a median age of 50.0, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 6 ZIP codes in Chambers County, 36862 ranks 6th by median household income.

$37,719
US average: $82,259
$134,700
US average: $376,019
15.0%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
18.8%
Age 65+
25.7%
47.4%
52.6%
2.21 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic51.3%(3,032)
Black45.8%(2,709)
Hispanic / Latino1.7%(101)
Asian0.1%(3)
Other1.2%(70)
Diversity Score65.9%(3,897)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Chambers County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST6TH OF 6HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
36852$71,071
36854$55,973
36855$46,765
36863$51,130
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 36862?

ZIP code 36862 has about 5,915 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 36862?

The typical household in ZIP code 36862 earns about $37,719 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 36862 expensive?

In ZIP code 36862, the median home is worth about $134,700, and the typical rent is about $678 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 36862?

About 15.0% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 36862 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 36862?

About 16.9% of people in ZIP code 36862 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Chambers County
Other ZIP codes in Chambers County
ZIP 36854ZIP 36863ZIP 36879ZIP 36852ZIP 36855

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