| ZIP Code | 36206 |
|---|---|
| City | Anniston |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Calhoun County |
| Area Code | 256 |
| Elevation | 776 ft |
| Latitude | 33.732839 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.817957 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 01015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 15.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.8% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 21% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 24 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,234 (34.9%) |
| Some College | 865 (13.5%) |
| Associates | 1,310 (20.4%) |
| Bachelors | 688 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,287 (20.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,256 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $128,000 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $785/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,798 |
| Vacant Units | 622 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,798 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 622 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 36206 is located in Anniston, Alabama, within Calhoun County. With a population of 10,723, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 36206 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,256 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 36206 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $128,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $785 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 36206 is majority White (50.67%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.7%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 36206 stands at 5.9%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 36206 in Anniston, AL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,723 residents, a median household income of $55,256, and a median home value of $128,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alabama.