ZIP Code 36526, Alabama
ZIP Code 36526 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36526 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Baldwin County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 36,484. The land area covers 37.70 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,484 | ±1,495 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.4 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,097 | ±709 | 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 | 15,035 | ±612 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,097 | ±709 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 938 | ±386 |
| Median Home Value | $322,100 | ±$15,996 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,403 | ±$81 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $88,750 | ±$5,593 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,763 | ±$2,741 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,738 | ±869 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.4% | ±0.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 17,946 | ±1,231 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.4% | ±0.8% |
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: 261,608 (2024)
ID: 160514
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
312 COURTHOUSE SQ, STE 12, BAY MINETTE AL 36507-4809
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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 | 07-12 | Daphne, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-11 | Loxley, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-09 | Mobile, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Daphne, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mobile, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Mobile, AL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | M | Robertsdale, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Prichard, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Mobile, 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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United States Sports University
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College | 3.4 mi away | One Academy Drive, Daphne, AL, 36526-7055 |
2516263303
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DAPHNE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 2607 U.S. HIGHWAY 98, DAPHNE, AL, 36526 |
(251) 620-2500
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Bishop State Community College
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College | 12.8 mi away | 351 North Broad Street, Mobile, AL, 36603-5898 |
2514057000
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SPANISH FORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 7361 SPANISH FORT BLVD, SPANISH FORT, AL, 36527 |
(251) 410-7323
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Cardiac and Vascular Institute of Ultrasound
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College | 15.0 mi away | 2936 North McVay Drive, Mobile, AL, 36606 |
2514331600
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FAIRHOPE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 501 FAIRHOPE AVENUE, FAIRHOPE, AL, 36532 |
(251) 928-7483
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Blue Cliff Career College
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College Vocational | 15.4 mi away | 2970 Cottage Hill Rd., Suite 175, Mobile, AL, 36606 |
2514732220
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LOXLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 1001 EAST LOXLEY AVENUE, LOXLEY, AL, 36551 |
(251) 964-5695
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Remington College-Mobile Campus
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College | 17.1 mi away | 4368 DOWNTOWNER LOOP S, Mobile, AL, 36609 |
2513438200
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OSCAR JOHNSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 21967 SIXTH STREET, SILVERHILL, AL, 36576 |
(251) 945-5201
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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 FAIRHOPE 3 NE, AL US, located 4.4 miles from ZCTA5 36526. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.9° | 39.3° | 50.1° | 5.35" | — |
| February | 65.0° | 43.0° | 54.0° | 4.39" | — |
| March | 70.3° | 47.1° | 58.7° | 5.02" | — |
| April | 76.1° | 53.4° | 64.7° | 5.22" | — |
| May | 83.1° | 61.0° | 72.1° | 4.90" | — |
| June | 86.8° | 69.5° | 78.1° | 6.53" | — |
| July | 88.6° | 71.9° | 80.3° | 7.62" | — |
| August | 88.7° | 71.0° | 79.8° | 6.97" | — |
| September | 86.2° | 66.5° | 76.3° | 6.03" | — |
| October | 78.6° | 56.2° | 67.4° | 4.17" | — |
| November | 69.6° | 45.9° | 57.7° | 4.48" | — |
| December | 63.5° | 42.1° | 52.8° | 5.08" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daphne city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Fairhope city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Spanish Fort city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Silverhill town | Town | 8.2 mi | — |
| Loxley city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Point Clear CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36526. • 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.