ZIP Code 36561, Alabama
ZIP Code 36561 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36561 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Baldwin County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,528. The land area covers 16.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,528 | ±259 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.4 yrs | ±2.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,467 | ±321 | 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 | 15,926 | ±456 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,467 | ±321 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 11,459 | ±445 |
| Median Home Value | $574,500 | ±$65,313 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,591 | ±$153 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $98,295 | ±$7,156 |
| Per Capita Income | $65,588 | ±$8,061 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% | ±1.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 252 | ±120 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,049 | ±450 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.7% | ±1.4% |
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: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | PENSACOLA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PENSACOLA, FL | |
| 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 |
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 | 5.7 mi away | 21982 University Lane, Orange Beach, AL, 36561-9000 |
25198137711278
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ORANGE BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 26267 CANAL ROAD, ORANGE BEACH, AL, 36561 |
(251) 981-2923
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George Stone Technical College
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College | 21.7 mi away | 2400 Longleaf Dr, Pensacola, FL, 32526-8922 |
8509416200
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GULF SHORES - THOMAS B. NORTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 221 WEST 19TH AVENUE, GULF SHORES, AL, 36542 |
(251) 968-1176
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Adrian H. Wallace Barber Academy
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College Vocational | 24.2 mi away | 3822 North 9th Avenue, Pensacola, FL, 32503-2802 |
4435643005
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ELBERTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 13052 MAIN STREET, ELBERTA, AL, 36530 |
(251) 986-3069
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SOUTHWEST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 12248 GULF BEACH HIGHWAY, PENSACOLA, FL, 32507 |
(850) 453-7780
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FOLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 319 EAST LAUREL AVENUE, FOLEY, AL, 36535 |
(251) 943-7665
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SUMMERDALE - MARJORIE YOUNCE SNOOK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | 202 WEST BROADWAY STREET, SUMMERDALE, AL, 36580 |
(251) 989-2011
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BELLVIEW LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 6425 MOBILE HIGHWAY, PENSACOLA, FL, 32526 |
(850) 471-6360
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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 PENSACOLA FOREST SHERMAN NAS, FL US, located 15.7 miles from ZCTA5 36561. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.1° | 42.2° | 51.6° | 4.46" | 0.0" |
| February | 64.3° | 45.0° | 54.7° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| March | 69.3° | 50.4° | 59.9° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.1° | 56.9° | 66.0° | 4.98" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.4° | 64.8° | 73.6° | 3.21" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.4° | 71.7° | 79.6° | 6.31" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.3° | 73.9° | 81.6° | 6.37" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.0° | 73.4° | 81.2° | 5.73" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.4° | 69.7° | 78.1° | 6.77" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.3° | 59.6° | 69.4° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| November | 70.2° | 49.3° | 59.8° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| December | 64.0° | 44.5° | 54.2° | 3.85" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Beach city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Perdido Beach town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
| Elberta town | Town | 6.1 mi | — |
| Gulf Shores city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Bon Secour CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
| Foley city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36561. • 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.