ZIP Code 36542, Alabama
ZIP Code 36542 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36542 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Baldwin County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,906. The land area covers 52.03 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,906 | ±797 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,347 | ±412 | 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 | 19,232 | ±623 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,347 | ±412 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 10,885 | ±617 |
| Median Home Value | $383,500 | ±$19,628 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,502 | ±$187 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,639 | ±$7,931 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,566 | ±$3,618 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.4% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,963 | ±789 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,229 | ±796 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.1% | ±2.6% |
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 | PK-06 | Elberta, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Elberta, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Elberta, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Foley, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Foley, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Foley, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Foley, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gulf Shores, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Gulf Shores, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Gulf Shores, 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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Columbia Southern University
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College | 7.2 mi away | 21982 University Lane, Orange Beach, AL, 36561-9000 |
25198137711278
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GULF SHORES - THOMAS B. NORTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 221 WEST 19TH AVENUE, GULF SHORES, AL, 36542 |
(251) 968-1176
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ORANGE BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 26267 CANAL ROAD, ORANGE BEACH, AL, 36561 |
(251) 981-2923
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FOLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 319 EAST LAUREL AVENUE, FOLEY, AL, 36535 |
(251) 943-7665
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ELBERTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 13052 MAIN STREET, ELBERTA, AL, 36530 |
(251) 986-3069
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SUMMERDALE - MARJORIE YOUNCE SNOOK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 202 WEST BROADWAY STREET, SUMMERDALE, AL, 36580 |
(251) 989-2011
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OSCAR JOHNSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 21967 SIXTH STREET, SILVERHILL, AL, 36576 |
(251) 945-5201
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ROBERTSDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 18301 PENNSYLVANIA STREET, ROBERTSDALE, AL, 36567 |
(251) 947-8960
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FAIRHOPE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 501 FAIRHOPE AVENUE, FAIRHOPE, AL, 36532 |
(251) 928-7483
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SOUTHWEST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 12248 GULF BEACH HIGHWAY, PENSACOLA, FL, 32507 |
(850) 453-7780
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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 DAUPHIN IS #2, AL US, located 19.8 miles from ZCTA5 36542. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58.6° | 46.1° | 52.3° | 5.23" | 0.0" |
| February | 61.5° | 49.4° | 55.4° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| March | 66.8° | 55.8° | 61.3° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| April | 73.5° | 63.1° | 68.3° | 5.16" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.8° | 71.2° | 76.0° | 5.01" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.2° | 76.4° | 81.3° | 5.87" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.2° | 78.2° | 83.2° | 6.80" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.1° | 78.3° | 83.2° | 6.02" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.2° | 75.5° | 80.3° | 5.24" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.4° | 66.7° | 72.0° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.8° | 55.6° | 61.7° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| December | 61.2° | 49.2° | 55.2° | 5.13" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Shores city | City | 2.8 mi | — |
| Bon Secour CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Orange Beach city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Magnolia Springs town | Town | 9.9 mi | — |
| Foley city | City | 10.4 mi | — |
| Elberta town | Town | 11.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36542. • 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.