NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 36579

AL · Population: 1,649

B+
72/100
55
C+
Safety
80
A
Affordability
74
B+
Quality of Life
79
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 36579

Zip code 36579 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 1,649 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 72/100), 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 $64,732 and home values around $198,300, 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 21.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, which is near the national average.

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
$64,732
Home Value
$198,300
Rent
$691/mo
Median Age
48
College Educated
21.4%
Unemployment
3.2%
Owner-Occupied
91.7%
Rent Burden
12.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety55C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability80ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life74B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy79B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall72B+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).