ZIP Code 36256, Alabama
ZIP Code 36256 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36256 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Clay County / Tallapoosa County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,515. The land area covers 94.86 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,515 | ±294 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.6 yrs | ±5.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 610 | ±123 | 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 | 695 | ±127 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 610 | ±123 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 85 | ±49 |
| Median Home Value | $151,800 | ±$52,288 |
| Median Gross Rent | $621 | ±$140 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,167 | ±$17,265 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,527 | ±$3,240 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% | ±4.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 172 | ±74 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 699 | ±155 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.2% | ±7.2% |
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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GUS Population: 14,239 (2024)
ID: 160517
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSION CHAIRMAN
41771 HIGHWAY 77, STE 1, ASHLAND AL 36251-4636
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Alexander City, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Alexander City, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | Ashland, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dadeville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Dadeville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | New Site, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Alexander City, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Alexander City, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Wadley, AL | |
| 4 Nearby | 2-17 | ASHLAND, 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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Southern Union State Community College
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College | 9.6 mi away | 750 Roberts St, Wadley, AL, 36276 |
2563952211
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DADEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 205 NORTH WEST STREET, DADEVILLE, AL, 36853 |
(256) 825-7820
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Central Alabama Community College
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College | 16.3 mi away | 1675 Cherokee Rd, Alexander City, AL, 35010 |
2562346346
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HORSESHOE BEND REGIONAL BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 207 NORTH WEST STREET, DADEVILLE, AL, 36853 |
(256) 825-9232
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HORSESHOE BEND REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 207 NORTH WEST STREET, DADEVILLE, AL, 36853 |
(256) 825-9232
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MAMIE`S PLACE
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 284 CHURCH STREET, ALEXANDER CITY, AL, 35010 |
(256) 409-7015
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ALEXANDER CITY - ADELIA MCCONNELL RUSSELL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 318 CHURCH STREET, ALEXANDER CITY, AL, 35010 |
(256) 409-7001
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ASHLAND CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 11 2ND AVENUE NORTH, ASHLAND, AL, 36251 |
(256) 354-3427
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LINEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 60119 HIGHWAY 49, LINEVILLE, AL, 36266 |
(256) 396-5162
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GOODWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 62 COOSA COUNTY ROAD 66, GOODWATER, AL, 35072 |
(256) 839-5741
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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 ALEXANDER CITY, AL US, located 15.7 miles from ZCTA5 36256. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.0° | 32.1° | 44.1° | 5.72" | 0.5" |
| February | 60.1° | 35.2° | 47.7° | 5.49" | 0.0" |
| March | 68.1° | 41.5° | 54.8° | 5.64" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.3° | 48.4° | 61.8° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.3° | 57.8° | 70.1° | 4.46" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.2° | 66.1° | 77.1° | 4.76" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.2° | 69.7° | 80.5° | 5.21" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.2° | 68.6° | 79.4° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.7° | 62.7° | 74.2° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| October | 76.7° | 50.8° | 63.7° | 2.86" | 0.0" |
| November | 66.4° | 40.3° | 53.4° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| December | 58.4° | 34.9° | 46.6° | 5.47" | 0.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daviston town | Town | 4.1 mi | — |
| New Site town | Town | 4.8 mi | — |
| Goldville town | Town | 5.0 mi | — |
| Wadley town | Town | 9.5 mi | — |
| Abanda CDP | CDP | 10.8 mi | — |
| Jacksons' Gap town | Town | 13.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36256. • 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.