| ZIP Code | 36116 |
|---|---|
| City | Montgomery |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Area Code | 334 |
| Elevation | 226 ft |
| Latitude | 32.271565 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.21925 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 01101 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 23.4% ▲ 134% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.0% ▲ 62% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 465 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,510 (28.6%) |
| Some College | 2,676 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 4,313 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,334 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,983 (34.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,973 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $137,000 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,056/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,007 |
| Vacant Units | 2,273 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,007 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,273 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
ZIP code 36116 is located in Montgomery, Alabama, within Montgomery County. With a population of 44,369, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.9 years. Economically, 36116 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $53,973 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 36116 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $137,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,056 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.5%) and renters (52.5%). Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 36116 is primarily Black (80.39%). Residents are well-educated — 43.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.4%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 36116 stands at 8.0%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 36116 in Montgomery, AL is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 44,369 residents, a median household income of $53,973, and a median home value of $137,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alabama.