ZIP Code 36509, Alabama
ZIP Code 36509 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36509 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mobile County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,233. The land area covers 9.91 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,233 | ±358 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs | ±8.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 416 | ±101 | 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 | 535 | ±109 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 416 | ±101 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 119 | ±65 |
| Median Home Value | $86,500 | ±$7,391 |
| Median Gross Rent | $803 | ±$190 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $33,488 | ±$8,044 |
| Per Capita Income | $19,348 | ±$4,829 |
| Poverty Rate | 25.9% | ±14.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 319 | ±197 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 414 | ±144 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.8% | ±9.9% |
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: 412,339 (2024)
ID: 160533
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSION PRESIDENT
PO BOX 1443, MOBILE AL 36633-1443
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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 | Irvington, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Irvington, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mobile, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Grand Bay, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Mobile, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Grand Bay, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Mobile, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Dauphin Island, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Mobile, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Irvington, 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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Cardiac and Vascular Institute of Ultrasound
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College | 18.8 mi away | 2936 North McVay Drive, Mobile, AL, 36606 |
2514331600
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CITY OF BAYOU LA BATRE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 12747 PADGETT SWITCH ROAD, IRVINGTON, AL, 36544 |
(251) 824-4213
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Fortis College
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College Vocational | 19.4 mi away | 7033 Airport Blvd., Mobile, AL, 36608 |
25134412033111
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GRAND BAY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 10329 FREELAND AVENUE, GRAND BAY, AL, 36541 |
(251) 494-2207
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Remington College-Mobile Campus
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College | 19.5 mi away | 4368 DOWNTOWNER LOOP S, Mobile, AL, 36609 |
2513438200
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MOBILE PUBLIC - THEODORE OAKS BRANCH
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 5808 HIGHWAY 90 WEST, SUITE E, MOBILE, AL, 36602 |
(251) 662-9676
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Blue Cliff Career College
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College Vocational | 20.0 mi away | 2970 Cottage Hill Rd., Suite 175, Mobile, AL, 36606 |
2514732220
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INA THOMPSON MOSS POINT LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 4119 BELLVIEW STREET, MOSS POINT, MS, 39563 |
(228) 475-7462
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University of South Alabama
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College | 20.5 mi away | 307 N University Blvd, Mobile, AL, 36688-0002 |
2514606101
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MOBILE PUBLIC - PARKWAY BRANCH
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 1924-B DAUPHIN ISLAND PARKWAY, MOBILE, AL, 36602 |
(251) 494-4454
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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 CODEN, AL US, located 2.0 miles from ZCTA5 36509. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.7° | 39.9° | 49.8° | 5.63" | 0.0" |
| February | 63.4° | 42.6° | 53.0° | 5.11" | 0.0" |
| March | 69.2° | 48.0° | 58.6° | 5.10" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.9° | 54.8° | 65.4° | 5.26" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.6° | 63.3° | 72.5° | 5.69" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.1° | 70.1° | 78.1° | 6.66" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.1° | 72.7° | 80.4° | 8.15" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.3° | 72.4° | 80.4° | 7.46" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.6° | 68.5° | 77.1° | 5.95" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.4° | 57.8° | 68.1° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| November | 68.9° | 47.1° | 58.0° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| December | 61.6° | 42.4° | 52.0° | 5.35" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayou La Batre city | City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Grand Bay CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Theodore CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
| Belle Fontaine CDP | CDP | 10.4 mi | — |
| Dauphin Island town | Town | 12.3 mi | — |
| Tillmans Corner CDP | CDP | 12.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36509. • 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.