ZIP Code 36538, Alabama
ZIP Code 36538 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36538 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Washington County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 290. The land area covers 37.36 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | ±235 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 29.5 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 102 | ±80 | 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 | 238 | ±111 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 102 | ±80 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 136 | ±80 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $37,181 | ±$6,125 |
| Per Capita Income | $14,226 | ±$7,684 |
| Poverty Rate | 7% | ±9.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 20 | ±31 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±12.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 104 | ±95 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 44.1% | ±16.3% |
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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COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
GUS Population: 15,018 (2024)
ID: 100018
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONER
PO BOX 146, CHATOM AL 36518
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Chatom, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Jackson, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Jackson, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Jackson, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Leroy, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Millry, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Gilbertown, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Gilbertown, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | Chatom, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-12 | Chatom, AL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Alabama School of Nail Technology & Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 17.9 mi away | 202 Commerce Street, Jackson, AL, 36545-2718 |
2512469992
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WASHINGTON COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 14102 ST. STEPHENS AVE, CHATOM, AL, 36518 |
(251) 847-2097
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WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 14102 ST. STEPHENS AVE., CHATOM, AL, 36518 |
(251) 847-2097
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JACKSON - WHITE SMITH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 213 COLLEGE AVENUE, JACKSON, AL, 36451 |
(251) 246-4963
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CHOCTAW COUNTY PUBLIC - GILBERTOWN BRANCH
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 251 COLLEGE STREET, GILBERTOWN, AL, 36908 |
(205) 459-2542
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GROVE HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 108 DUBOSE AVENUE, GROVE HILL, AL, 36451 |
(251) 275-8157
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STATE LINE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.8 mi away | 8 FARRIER STREET, STATE LINE, MS, 39362 |
(601) 848-7011
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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 JACKSON, AL US, located 15.6 miles from ZCTA5 36538. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.9° | 36.0° | 47.9° | 5.72" | 0.0" |
| February | 64.1° | 39.3° | 51.7° | 5.46" | 0.0" |
| March | 71.4° | 45.4° | 58.4° | 5.52" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.5° | 51.3° | 64.4° | 4.74" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.5° | 59.7° | 72.1° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.5° | 67.7° | 78.6° | 6.26" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.2° | 70.5° | 80.8° | 5.40" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.2° | 70.0° | 80.6° | 5.17" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.2° | 65.3° | 76.2° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.7° | 53.4° | 66.0° | 3.75" | 0.0" |
| November | 68.7° | 42.6° | 55.7° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| December | 61.9° | 38.2° | 50.1° | 5.52" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Stephens CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Coffeeville town | Town | 8.3 mi | — |
| Cullomburg CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| Millry town | Town | 11.1 mi | — |
| Hobson CDP | CDP | 11.6 mi | — |
| Silas town | Town | 13.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36538. • 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.