ZIP Code 36040, Alabama
ZIP Code 36040 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36040 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lowndes County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,263. The land area covers 124.95 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,263 | ±459 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,421 | ±195 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,532 | ±190 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,421 | ±195 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 111 | ±52 |
| Median Home Value | $70,100 | ±$16,342 |
| Median Gross Rent | $676 | ±$213 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $37,872 | ±$9,463 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,469 | ±$11,611 |
| Poverty Rate | 32.3% | ±7.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 997 | ±287 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.8% | ±5.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,127 | ±243 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 73.8% | ±9.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF LOWNDES
GUS Population: 9,485 (2024)
ID: 160530
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 65, HAYNEVILLE AL 36040-0065
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Letohatchee, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Montgomery, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hayneville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hayneville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fort Deposit, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hayneville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hayneville, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Hayneville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fort Deposit, AL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Hayneville, AL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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H Councill Trenholm State Community College
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College | 22.3 mi away | 1225 Air Base Blvd, Montgomery, AL, 36108-3199 |
3344204200
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HAYNEVILLE - LOWNDES COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 215 B TUSKEENA STREET, HAYNEVILLE, AL, 36040 |
(334) 548-2686
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WHITE HALL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 640 FREEDOM ROAD, WHITE HALL, AL, 36040 |
(334) 874-7323
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AUTAUGAVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 107 N. TAYLOR ROAD, AUTAUGAVILLE, AL, 36003 |
(334) 361-2096
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MONTGOMERY CITY-COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY - PINTLALA BRANCH
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 255 FEDERAL ROAD, HOPE HULL, AL, 36043 |
(334) 625-8069
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AUTAUGA - PRATTVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.2 mi away | 254 DOSTER STREET, PRATTVILLE, AL, 36067 |
(334) 365-3396
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MONTGOMERY CITY-COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY - RUFUS A. LEWIS REGIO
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 3095 MOBILE HIGHWAY, MONTGOMERY, AL, 36108 |
(334) 625-4848
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MONTGOMERY CITY-COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY - BERTHA P. WILLIAMS L
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 1276 ROSA PARKS AVENUE, MONTGOMERY, AL, 36108 |
(334) 625-4979
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GREENVILLE - BUTLER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.4 mi away | 309 FORT DALE STREET, GREENVILLE, AL, 36037 |
(334) 382-3216
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MONTGOMERY CITY-COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY - JULIETTE HAMPTON MOR
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Library | 24.9 mi away | 245 HIGH STREET, MONTGOMERY, AL, 36104 |
(335) 625-4999
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MONTGOMERY AP, AL US, located 17.3 miles from ZCTA5 36040. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.8° | 36.5° | 48.1° | 4.64" | — |
| February | 64.7° | 40.4° | 52.6° | 4.88" | — |
| March | 71.9° | 46.5° | 59.2° | 5.21" | — |
| April | 78.8° | 52.6° | 65.7° | 3.99" | — |
| May | 86.0° | 61.3° | 73.6° | 3.88" | — |
| June | 91.5° | 69.0° | 80.2° | 4.08" | — |
| July | 93.7° | 72.1° | 82.9° | 5.06" | — |
| August | 93.6° | 71.4° | 82.5° | 4.02" | — |
| September | 89.3° | 66.3° | 77.8° | 3.69" | — |
| October | 80.2° | 54.5° | 67.4° | 2.87" | — |
| November | 69.8° | 43.3° | 56.6° | 3.85" | — |
| December | 61.9° | 38.6° | 50.2° | 4.99" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosses town | Town | 0.6 mi | — |
| Gordonville town | Town | 2.6 mi | — |
| Hayneville town | Town | 5.3 mi | — |
| Lowndesboro town | Town | 7.3 mi | — |
| White Hall town | Town | 8.3 mi | — |
| Benton town | Town | 12.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36040. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.