ZIP Code 36832, Alabama
ZIP Code 36832 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36832 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lee County / Macon County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 30,959. The land area covers 68.09 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,959 | ±2,004 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 23.5 yrs | ±0.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,384 | ±642 | 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 | 14,361 | ±560 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,384 | ±642 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,977 | ±422 |
| Median Home Value | $263,900 | ±$40,417 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,084 | ±$38 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $42,717 | ±$7,463 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,403 | ±$2,262 |
| Poverty Rate | 34.2% | ±3.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10,308 | ±1,288 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,524 | ±1,182 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.7% | ±3.8% |
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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COUNTY OF LEE
GUS Population: 187,847 (2024)
ID: 160528
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 811, OPELIKA AL 36803-0811
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Auburn, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | Auburn, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-09 | Auburn, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Opelika, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Opelika, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Tuskegee, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Opelika, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Auburn, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Auburn, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Auburn, 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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Bluefield University - Edward Via College - Auburn
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College | 5.5 mi away | 910 South Donahue Drive, Auburn, AL, 36832-0000 | — |
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AUBURN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 749 EAST THACH AVE, AUBURN, AL, 36830 |
(334) 501-3190
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Auburn University
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College | 5.8 mi away | Auburn, AL, 36849 |
3348444000
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MACON COUNTY - TUSKEGEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 302 SOUTH MAIN STREET, TUSKEGEE, AL, 36083 |
(334) 727-5192
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Tuskegee University
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College | 12.7 mi away | Kresge Center, 3rd Floor, Tuskegee, AL, 36088-1920 |
3347278011
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OPELIKA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 200 SOUTH 6TH STREET, OPELIKA, AL, 36801 |
(334) 705-5380
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TALLASSEE COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 99 FREEMAN AVENUE, TALLASSEE, AL, 36078 |
(334) 283-2732
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DADEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 205 NORTH WEST STREET, DADEVILLE, AL, 36853 |
(256) 825-7820
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HORSESHOE BEND REGIONAL BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 207 NORTH WEST STREET, DADEVILLE, AL, 36853 |
(256) 825-9232
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HORSESHOE BEND REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 207 NORTH WEST STREET, DADEVILLE, AL, 36853 |
(256) 825-9232
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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 AUBURN NO.2, AL US, located 7.1 miles from ZCTA5 36832. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.1° | 35.3° | 45.7° | 5.31" | 0.3" |
| February | 60.9° | 38.9° | 49.9° | 5.14" | 0.2" |
| March | 67.7° | 45.0° | 56.4° | 5.74" | 0.2" |
| April | 74.7° | 51.3° | 63.0° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.4° | 60.1° | 70.8° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.6° | 67.7° | 77.1° | 5.74" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.2° | 70.8° | 80.0° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.2° | 70.5° | 79.4° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.5° | 65.5° | 74.5° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.5° | 54.4° | 64.4° | 3.38" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.8° | 43.2° | 54.0° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.6° | 37.6° | 47.6° | 5.61" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loachapoka town | Town | 1.9 mi | — |
| Notasulga town | Town | 5.2 mi | — |
| Auburn city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Waverly town | Town | 10.2 mi | — |
| Tuskegee city | City | 12.7 mi | — |
| Opelika city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36832. • 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.