ZIP Code 36201, Alabama
ZIP Code 36201 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36201 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Calhoun County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,993. The land area covers 38.95 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,993 | ±1,414 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs | ±4.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,931 | ±605 | 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 | 9,602 | ±606 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,931 | ±605 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,671 | ±355 |
| Median Home Value | $80,900 | ±$6,760 |
| Median Gross Rent | $728 | ±$60 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $37,614 | ±$3,791 |
| Per Capita Income | $23,111 | ±$2,322 |
| Poverty Rate | 23.9% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,957 | ±658 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.1% | ±3.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,397 | ±782 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 76.9% | ±3% |
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 CALHOUN
GUS Population: 116,427 (2024)
ID: 122485
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMIN
1702 NOBLE ST, STE 103, ANNISTON AL 36201-3827
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | Talladega, AL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | Talladega, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Alexandria, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Alexandria, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Alexandria, AL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Anniston, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Anniston, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Anniston, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Talladega, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Hobson City, 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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Jacksonville State University
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College | 13.9 mi away | 700 Pelham Road North, Jacksonville, AL, 36265 |
2567825781
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ANNISTON AND CALHOUN COUNTY - CARVER BRANCH
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 722 W. 14TH STREET, ANNISTON, AL, 36201 |
(256) 237-7271
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Talladega College
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College | 19.8 mi away | 627 West Battle Street, Talladega, AL, 35160 |
2567616100
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HOBSON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 610 MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE, HOBSON CITY, AL, 36201 |
(256) 831-7069
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Gadsden State Community College
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College | 24.7 mi away | 1001 George Wallace Dr, Gadsden, AL, 35903 |
2565498200
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ANNISTON AND CALHOUN COUNTY - BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 108 EAST 10TH STREET, ANNISTON, AL, 36202 |
(256) 237-8501
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ANNISTON AND CALHOUN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 108 EAST 10TH STREET, ANNISTON, AL, 36202 |
(256) 237-8501
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OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 110 EAST 6TH STREET, OXFORD, AL, 36203 |
(256) 831-1750
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MUNFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 82 RAILROAD STREET, MUNFORD, AL, 36268 |
(256) 358-3600
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OHATCHEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 7803 ALABAMA HIGHWAY 77, OHATCHEE, AL, 36271 |
(256) 892-4203
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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 ANNISTON METRO AP, AL US, located 4.5 miles from ZCTA5 36201. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.7° | 34.0° | 44.4° | 4.84" | — |
| February | 59.2° | 37.3° | 48.2° | 5.08" | — |
| March | 66.9° | 43.8° | 55.4° | 5.37" | — |
| April | 74.7° | 50.5° | 62.6° | 4.43" | — |
| May | 81.5° | 59.5° | 70.5° | 4.35" | — |
| June | 87.6° | 67.2° | 77.4° | 4.37" | — |
| July | 90.2° | 70.6° | 80.4° | 4.68" | — |
| August | 89.8° | 70.0° | 79.9° | 3.51" | — |
| September | 85.2° | 64.0° | 74.6° | 3.11" | — |
| October | 75.6° | 52.2° | 63.9° | 3.25" | — |
| November | 65.1° | 41.3° | 53.2° | 4.53" | — |
| December | 57.0° | 36.6° | 46.8° | 4.60" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End-Cobb Town CDP | CDP | 0.5 mi | — |
| Hobson City town | Town | 3.0 mi | — |
| Oxford city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Anniston city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Saks CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Alexandria CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36201. • 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.