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36879

Alabama · 2,826 residents · 87.149 sq mi
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ZIP 36879 is wealthier than most US places, with a median household income of $93,029. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. Median home value is $325,900. With a median age of 46.8, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Poverty is rare here, at 1.7% of residents. Households here earn about 87% more than the Chambers County median. Among the 6 ZIP codes in Chambers County, 36879 ranks 1st by median household income.

$93,029
US average: $82,259
$325,900
US average: $376,019
41.1%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
24.7%
Age 65+
16.1%
62.6%
37.4%
2.83 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic73.6%(2,081)
Black18%(510)
Hispanic / Latino2.7%(77)
Asian2.7%(77)
Other2.9%(81)
Diversity Score52.9%(1,494)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Chambers County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST1ST OF 6HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
36852$71,071
36854$55,973
36855$46,765
36862$37,719
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 36879?

ZIP code 36879 has about 2,826 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 36879?

The typical household in ZIP code 36879 earns about $93,029 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 36879 expensive?

In ZIP code 36879, the median home is worth about $325,900, and the typical rent is about $764 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 36879?

About 41.1% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 36879 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 36879?

About 1.7% of people in ZIP code 36879 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Chambers County
Other ZIP codes in Chambers County
ZIP 36854ZIP 36863ZIP 36862ZIP 36852ZIP 36855

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