| ZIP Code | 36701 |
|---|---|
| City | Selma |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Dallas County |
| Area Code | 334 |
| Elevation | 219 ft |
| Latitude | 32.496332 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.057391 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 01047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 25.2% ▲ 152% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.8% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.1% ▲ 126% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 179 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,306 (38.3%) |
| Some College | 1,677 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 2,278 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,428 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,977 (21.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $40,466 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $111,000 ▼ 60% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $823/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,390 |
| Vacant Units | 1,658 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,390 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,658 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 36701 is located in Selma, Alabama, within Dallas County. With a population of 22,358, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.9 years. Economically, 36701 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $40,466 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 36701 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $111,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $823 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 36701 is majority Black (69.07%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.2%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 36701 stands at 11.1%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 36701 in Selma, AL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,358 residents, a median household income of $40,466, and a median home value of $111,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alabama.