ZIP Code 36301, Alabama
ZIP Code 36301 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36301 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Geneva County / Houston County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 39,452. The land area covers 89.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39,452 | ±1,143 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39 yrs | ±1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,907 | ±383 | 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 | 18,009 | ±377 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,907 | ±383 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,102 | ±215 |
| Median Home Value | $164,100 | ±$5,257 |
| Median Gross Rent | $917 | ±$26 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $50,125 | ±$2,434 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,844 | ±$1,026 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.1% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,250 | ±691 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,856 | ±633 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.2% | ±1.3% |
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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GUS Population: 27,259 (2024)
ID: 183670
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 430, GENEVA AL 36340-0430
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ashford, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashford, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ashford, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Dothan, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09 | Dothan, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Dothan, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Cottonwood, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Cottonwood, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Midland City, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06 | Dothan, 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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Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine
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College | 6.1 mi away | 445 Health Sciences Boulevard, Dothan, AL, 36303-2251 |
3346992266
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DOTHAN HOUSTON COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 445 NORTH OATES STREET, DOTHAN, AL, 36303 |
(334) 791-0160
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Jersey College - Dothan
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College | 7.0 mi away | 3850 West Main Street Suite 500, Dothan, AL, 36305-1045 | — |
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DOTHAN HOUSTON COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 445 NORTH OATES STREET, DOTHAN, AL, 36303 |
(334) 793-9767
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Fortis College-Dothan
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College Vocational | 7.4 mi away | 200 Vulcan Way, Dothan, AL, 36303 |
3346772832
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DOTHAN - WESTGATE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 535 RECREATION ROAD, DOTHAN, AL, 36303 |
(334) 793-9767
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George C Wallace Community College-Dothan
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College | 12.5 mi away | 1141 Wallace Drive, Dothan, AL, 36303-9234 |
3349833521
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DOTHAN - ASHFORD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 305 SIXTH AVENUE, ASHFORD, AL, 36312 |
(334) 899-3121
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Baptist University of Florida
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College | 13.5 mi away | 5400 College Dr, Graceville, FL, 32440 |
8502633261
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SLOCOMB PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 134 SOUTH DALTON AVENUE, SLOCOMB, AL, 36375 |
(334) 886-9009
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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 DOTHAN RGNL AP, AL US, located 12.7 miles from ZCTA5 36301. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.7° | 39.8° | 50.8° | 4.76" | — |
| February | 65.8° | 43.3° | 54.6° | 4.82" | — |
| March | 72.9° | 48.8° | 60.8° | 4.72" | — |
| April | 79.3° | 55.2° | 67.2° | 4.79" | — |
| May | 87.2° | 64.0° | 75.6° | 2.92" | — |
| June | 91.3° | 70.8° | 81.1° | 5.08" | — |
| July | 93.3° | 72.7° | 83.0° | 5.95" | — |
| August | 92.0° | 72.0° | 82.0° | 6.17" | — |
| September | 88.4° | 67.3° | 77.9° | 3.27" | — |
| October | 80.8° | 56.9° | 68.9° | 2.70" | — |
| November | 71.1° | 46.7° | 58.9° | 3.91" | — |
| December | 63.8° | 42.4° | 53.1° | 4.76" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rehobeth town | Town | 2.2 mi | — |
| Taylor city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Dothan city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Malvern town | Town | 6.7 mi | — |
| Madrid town | Town | 7.3 mi | — |
| Cowarts town | Town | 7.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36301. • 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.