ZIP Code 36521, Alabama
ZIP Code 36521 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36521 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mobile County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,536. The land area covers 132.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,536 | ±925 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs | ±5.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,027 | ±296 | 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 | 2,396 | ±291 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,027 | ±296 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 369 | ±178 |
| Median Home Value | $183,500 | ±$31,319 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,009 | ±$222 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $76,688 | ±$14,705 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,781 | ±$4,504 |
| Poverty Rate | 12% | ±6.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 664 | ±359 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,553 | ±672 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 72.8% | ±7.4% |
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 | KG-12 | Chickasaw, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Mount Vernon, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Chickasaw, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chickasaw, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Chickasaw, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Chickasaw, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Citronelle, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Citronelle, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Eight Mile, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Eight Mile, 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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University of Mobile
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College | 12.5 mi away | 5735 College Parkway, Mobile, AL, 36613-2842 |
2516755990
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CITRONELLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 7855 STATE STREET, CITRONELLE, AL, 36522 |
(251) 866-7319
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University of South Alabama
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College | 18.8 mi away | 307 N University Blvd, Mobile, AL, 36688-0002 |
2514606101
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SATSUMA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 5466 OLD HIGHWAY 43, SATSUMA, AL, 36572 |
(251) 679-0700
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Spring Hill College
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College | 19.1 mi away | 4000 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL, 36608-1780 |
2513804000
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MOBILE PUBLIC - SARALAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 111 SARALAND LOOP, MOBILE, AL, 36571 |
(251) 675-2879
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Fortis College
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College Vocational | 19.6 mi away | 7033 Airport Blvd., Mobile, AL, 36608 |
25134412033111
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SEMMES BRANCH
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 9150 MOFFETT ROAD, MOBILE, AL, 36602 |
(251) 494-4935
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Bishop State Community College
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College | 20.4 mi away | 351 North Broad Street, Mobile, AL, 36603-5898 |
2514057000
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MOUNT VERNON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 19180 SHEPARD LAKE ROAD EAST, MOUNT VERNON, AL, 36560 |
(251) 299-1067
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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 MOBILE, AL US, located 20.2 miles from ZCTA5 36521. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.5° | 40.7° | 51.1° | 5.66" | 0.0" |
| February | 65.6° | 44.4° | 55.0° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| March | 71.8° | 50.0° | 60.9° | 5.44" | 0.1" |
| April | 77.8° | 56.0° | 66.9° | 5.71" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.9° | 63.8° | 74.4° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.4° | 70.8° | 80.1° | 6.55" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.9° | 73.1° | 82.0° | 7.69" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.8° | 72.9° | 81.9° | 6.87" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.5° | 68.8° | 78.1° | 5.30" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.7° | 58.2° | 69.0° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| November | 70.2° | 47.7° | 58.9° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| December | 63.5° | 43.0° | 53.3° | 5.45" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chunchula CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Gulfcrest CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Saraland city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
| Citronelle city | City | 9.7 mi | — |
| Bucks CDP | CDP | 10.1 mi | — |
| Axis CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36521. • 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.