ZIP Code 36078, Alabama
ZIP Code 36078 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36078 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Elmore County / Macon County / Tallapoosa County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 13,767. The land area covers 177.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,767 | ±1,128 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,352 | ±483 | 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 | 6,187 | ±504 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,352 | ±483 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 835 | ±248 |
| Median Home Value | $178,500 | ±$14,658 |
| Median Gross Rent | $936 | ±$57 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,289 | ±$4,830 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,652 | ±$4,683 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,534 | ±437 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,308 | ±749 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.4% | ±5.2% |
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 ELMORE
GUS Population: 91,042 (2024)
ID: 160522
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
100 E COMMERCE ST, STE 107, WETUMPKA AL 36092-2738
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Tuskegee, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Shorter, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Eclectic, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Eclectic, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Eclectic, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Montgomery, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Montgomery, AL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Montgomery, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Tuskegee Inst, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Pike Road, 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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Tuskegee University
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College | 15.8 mi away | Kresge Center, 3rd Floor, Tuskegee, AL, 36088-1920 |
3347278011
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TALLASSEE COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 99 FREEMAN AVENUE, TALLASSEE, AL, 36078 |
(334) 283-2732
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Auburn University at Montgomery
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College | 18.5 mi away | 7440 East Drive, Montgomery, AL, 36117-3596 |
3342443000
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ECLECITC PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 50 MAIN STREET, ECLECTIC, AL, 36024 |
(334) 639-4727
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Amridge University
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College | 18.6 mi away | 1200 Taylor Rd, Montgomery, AL, 36117-3553 |
33438738777550
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WETUMPKA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 212 SOUTH MAIN STREET, WETUMPKA, AL, 36092 |
(334) 567-1308
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Faulkner University
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College | 19.5 mi away | 5345 Atlanta Hwy, Montgomery, AL, 36109-3390 |
3342725820
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MONTGOMERY CITY-COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY- PIKE ROAD BRANCH
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 9585 VAUGHN ROAD, PIKE ROAD, AL, 36064 |
(334) 625-4886
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Fortis College-Montgomery
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College Vocational | 21.3 mi away | 3736 Atlanta Hwy, Montgomery, AL, 36109 |
3342723857
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MACON COUNTY - TUSKEGEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 302 SOUTH MAIN STREET, TUSKEGEE, AL, 36083 |
(334) 727-5192
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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 MILSTEAD, AL US, located 7.9 miles from ZCTA5 36078. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.8° | 33.8° | 45.3° | 5.07" | 0.2" |
| February | 60.8° | 36.4° | 48.6° | 4.73" | 0.0" |
| March | 68.2° | 42.2° | 55.2° | 5.25" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.4° | 49.1° | 62.2° | 4.55" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.7° | 58.5° | 70.6° | 4.65" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.0° | 66.3° | 77.1° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.4° | 69.9° | 80.1° | 5.03" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.9° | 69.0° | 79.5° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.8° | 63.5° | 74.7° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.0° | 51.8° | 64.4° | 3.12" | 0.0" |
| November | 66.9° | 40.7° | 53.8° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| December | 59.2° | 35.7° | 47.4° | 5.08" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tallassee city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Reeltown CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Eclectic town | Town | 8.6 mi | — |
| Shorter town | Town | 9.5 mi | — |
| Emerald Mountain CDP | CDP | 11.2 mi | — |
| Franklin town | Town | 11.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36078. • 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.