NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 36862

AL · Population: 5,986

C
49/100
39
D
Safety
56
C+
Affordability
56
C+
Quality of Life
45
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 36862

Zip code 36862 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 5,986 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 49/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

The median household income here is $44,014, with home values near $139,400 and rents around $599/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 12.9% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.4% 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
$44,014
Home Value
$139,400
Rent
$599/mo
Median Age
52
College Educated
12.9%
Unemployment
7.4%
Owner-Occupied
76.5%
Rent Burden
16.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety39DLower crime = higher score
Affordability56C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life56C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy45CLower unemployment = higher
Overall49CWeighted 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).