ZIP Code 36861, Alabama
ZIP Code 36861 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 36861 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Tallapoosa County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,853. The land area covers 50.12 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,853 | ±479 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.3 yrs | ±5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,188 | ±153 | 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 | 1,882 | ±209 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,188 | ±153 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 694 | ±198 |
| Median Home Value | $273,500 | ±$45,091 |
| Median Gross Rent | $717 | ±$109 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,577 | ±$6,566 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,484 | ±$8,163 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 375 | ±129 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,282 | ±271 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.9% | ±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: 40,699 (2024)
ID: 160541
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
125 N BROADNAX ST, RM 131, DADEVILLE AL 36853-1300
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Alexander City, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Alexander City, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dadeville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Dadeville, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Camp Hill, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | New Site, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Alexander City, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Alexander City, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Alexander City, AL | |
| 6 Nearby | 2-3 | ALEXANDER CITY, 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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Central Alabama Community College
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College | 6.2 mi away | 1675 Cherokee Rd, Alexander City, AL, 35010 |
2562346346
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DADEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 205 NORTH WEST STREET, DADEVILLE, AL, 36853 |
(256) 825-7820
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Southern Union State Community College
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College | 23.0 mi away | 750 Roberts St, Wadley, AL, 36276 |
2563952211
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HORSESHOE BEND REGIONAL BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 6.1 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 | 6.1 mi away | 207 NORTH WEST STREET, DADEVILLE, AL, 36853 |
(256) 825-9232
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ALEXANDER CITY - ADELIA MCCONNELL RUSSELL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 318 CHURCH STREET, ALEXANDER CITY, AL, 35010 |
(256) 409-7001
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MAMIE`S PLACE
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 284 CHURCH STREET, ALEXANDER CITY, AL, 35010 |
(256) 409-7015
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GOODWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 62 COOSA COUNTY ROAD 66, GOODWATER, AL, 35072 |
(256) 839-5741
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ECLECITC PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 50 MAIN STREET, ECLECTIC, AL, 36024 |
(334) 639-4727
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ROCKFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 9688 US HWY 231, ROCKFORD, AL, 35136 |
(256) 377-4911
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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 ALEXANDER CITY, AL US, located 7.0 miles from ZCTA5 36861. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.0° | 32.1° | 44.1° | 5.72" | 0.5" |
| February | 60.1° | 35.2° | 47.7° | 5.49" | 0.0" |
| March | 68.1° | 41.5° | 54.8° | 5.64" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.3° | 48.4° | 61.8° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.3° | 57.8° | 70.1° | 4.46" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.2° | 66.1° | 77.1° | 4.76" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.2° | 69.7° | 80.5° | 5.21" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.2° | 68.6° | 79.4° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.7° | 62.7° | 74.2° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| October | 76.7° | 50.8° | 63.7° | 2.86" | 0.0" |
| November | 66.4° | 40.3° | 53.4° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| December | 58.4° | 34.9° | 46.6° | 5.47" | 0.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksons' Gap town | Town | 1.8 mi | — |
| Alexander City city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Dadeville city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Our Town CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| New Site town | Town | 10.2 mi | — |
| Ray CDP | CDP | 11.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 36861. • 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.