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Zip Code 36256

AL · Population: 1,376

C+
57/100
45
C
Safety
72
B+
Affordability
62
B
Quality of Life
48
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 36256

Zip code 36256 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 1,376 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 57/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $55,500 and home values around $139,500, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 15.1% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.9% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$55,500
Home Value
$139,500
Rent
$629/mo
Median Age
43
College Educated
15.1%
Unemployment
6.9%
Owner-Occupied
89.1%
Rent Burden
13.6% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety45CLower crime = higher score
Affordability72B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life62BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy48CLower unemployment = higher
Overall57C+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).