US ZIP Code
36038

Gantt, AL

Covington County  ·  Alabama

● Active
👥 109 Population ↑ 148% since 2019
🎂 50.0 Median Age ↓ 9% since 2019
🏠 $131,300 Median Home Value
▼ 53% below avg
🎓 50.9% College Grads
▲ 31% above avg
📊 3.1% Unemployment
▼ 37% below avg ↓ 95% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code36038
CityGantt
StateAlabama (AL)
CountyCovington County
Area Code334
Elevation325 ft
Latitude31.40789
Longitude-86.486923
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS01039
ZIP TypePO Box
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 25.7% (28) Female 74.3% (81) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 31.2%Black: 33.9%Asian: 34.9%Race
White31.2%
Black33.9%
Asian34.9%

Age Breakdown

5–17
1%
25–44
36%
45–64
33%
65+
12%

Key Indicators

Median Age50.0 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.63
Below Poverty44.0% ▲ 340% above avg
College Grads50.9% ▲ 31% above avg
Unemployment3.1% ▼ 37% below avg
HS Graduate20 (18.9%)
Some College10 (9.4%)
Associates22 (20.8%)
Bachelors2 (1.9%)
Graduate Degree52 (49.1%)

Education

HS Grad: 18.9%Some College: 9.4%Associates: 20.8%Bachelors: 1.9%Graduate: 49.1%Edu
HS Grad18.9%
Some College9.4%
Associates20.8%
Bachelors1.9%
Graduate49.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 43.3%Renter: 56.7%Tenure
Owner43.3%
Renter56.7%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
14%
$50k–100k
31%
$100k–150k
21%
$200k–300k
31%
$300k–500k
3%

Financials

Median Home Value$131,300 ▼ 53% below avg
Total Units69
Vacant Units2
Avg HH Size1.63

Income Distribution

Under $25k
69%
$25k–50k
3%
$50k–75k
12%
$75k–100k
8%
$100k–150k
8%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
33%
Work From Home
67%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
5%
15–30 min
79%
30–45 min
11%
Over 45 min
5%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
5%
1960s–1970s
23%
1980s–1990s
20%
2000+
52%

Summary

Total Units69
Vacant2
Owner Occupied43.3%
Renter Occupied56.7%
Avg HH Size1.63
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 36038 is in Gantt, AL, in Covington County.
ZIP code 36038 is located in Alabama (AL).
ZIP code 36038 is in Covington County, AL.
ZIP 36038 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 36038 is 109 people (ACS 2023).
Income data not available.
The median home value in ZIP 36038 is $131,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 36038

ZIP code 36038 is located in Gantt, Alabama, within Covington County. With a population of 109, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50 years.

Real estate in ZIP code 36038 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $131,300 is well below the national average. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.3%) and renters (56.7%).

The population of 36038 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 34.9%. Residents are well-educated — 50.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 44.0%.

The unemployment rate in 36038 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 67% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 33%.

Overall, ZIP code 36038 in Gantt, AL is characterized as well-educated, and a mature community.