NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 36277

AL · Population: 5,531

B
60/100
57
C+
Safety
75
B+
Affordability
66
B
Quality of Life
40
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 36277

Zip code 36277 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 5,531 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 60/100), 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 $67,019 and home values around $131,300, 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 22.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8.3% 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
$67,019
Home Value
$131,300
Rent
$899/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
22.8%
Unemployment
8.3%
Owner-Occupied
80.7%
Rent Burden
16.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety57C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability75B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life66BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy40CLower unemployment = higher
Overall60BWeighted 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).