ZIP Code 36856, Alabama
ZIP Code 36856 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36856 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Russell County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,716. The land area covers 38.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,716 | ±969 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 31.7 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,912 | ±312 | 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 | 3,052 | ±320 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,912 | ±312 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 140 | ±120 |
| Median Home Value | $258,700 | ±$28,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,114 | ±$445 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,381 | ±$6,972 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,557 | ±$5,083 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 890 | ±525 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.6% | ±6.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,581 | ±440 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.3% | ±4.7% |
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: 58,837 (2024)
ID: 160538
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASST ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 969, PHENIX CITY AL 36868-0969
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Seale, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Columbus, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Columbus, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Columbus, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cusseta, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Cusseta, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Cusseta, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Columbus, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Columbus, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbus, GA |
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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Chattahoochee Valley Community College
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College | 11.5 mi away | 2602 College Drive, Phenix City, AL, 36869 |
3342914900
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SOUTH COLUMBUS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 1973 TORCH HILL ROAD, COLUMBUS, GA, 31903 |
(706) 683-8805
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Miller-Motte College-Columbus
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College | 15.5 mi away | 1800 Box Rd, Columbus, GA, 31907 |
70622550005002
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CUSSETA - CHATTAHOOCHEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 262 BROAD STREET, CUSSETA, GA, 31805 |
(706) 989-3700
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Columbus State University
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College | 16.9 mi away | 4225 University Ave, Columbus, GA, 31907-5645 |
7065078800
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MILDRED L. TERRY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 640 VETERANS PARKWAY, COLUMBUS, GA, 31901 |
(706) 243-2782
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Columbus Technical College
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College | 17.1 mi away | 928 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, GA, 31904-6572 |
7066491800
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PHENIX CITY - RUSSELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 1501 17TH AVENUE, PHENIX CITY, AL, 36867 |
(334) 298-1139
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Rivertown School of Beauty Barber Skin Care and Nails
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College Vocational | 17.7 mi away | 3625 Manchester Expy, Columbus, GA, 31909 |
7066536561
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COLUMBUS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 3000 MACON ROAD, COLUMBUS, GA, 31906 |
(706) 243-2669
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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 COLUMBUS METRO AP, GA US, located 17.9 miles from ZCTA5 36856. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58.7° | 38.2° | 48.5° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| February | 63.2° | 41.5° | 52.3° | 4.46" | 0.0" |
| March | 70.4° | 47.3° | 58.9° | 4.92" | 0.2" |
| April | 77.7° | 54.0° | 65.8° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.1° | 63.1° | 74.1° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.2° | 70.5° | 80.4° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.9° | 73.5° | 83.2° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.8° | 73.0° | 82.4° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.3° | 67.9° | 77.6° | 3.34" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.3° | 56.8° | 67.6° | 2.78" | 0.0" |
| November | 68.4° | 46.1° | 57.3° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| December | 60.6° | 40.6° | 50.6° | 4.79" | 0.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cusseta-Chattahoochee County unified government | City | 13.5 mi | — |
| Phenix City city | City | 13.5 mi | — |
| Ladonia CDP | CDP | 14.8 mi | — |
| Lumpkin city | City | 18.7 mi | — |
| Columbus city | City | 18.7 mi | — |
| Smiths Station city | City | 19.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36856. • 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.