| ZIP Code | 36038 |
|---|---|
| City | Gantt |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Covington County |
| Area Code | 334 |
| Elevation | 325 ft |
| Latitude | 31.40789 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.486923 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 01039 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.0 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.63 |
| Below Poverty | 44.0% ▲ 340% above avg |
| College Grads | 50.9% ▲ 31% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 20 (18.9%) |
| Some College | 10 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 22 (20.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2 (1.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 52 (49.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median Home Value | $131,300 ▼ 53% below avg |
|---|---|
| Total Units | 69 |
| Vacant Units | 2 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 69 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.63 |
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.