US ZIP Code
36849

Auburn University, AL

Lee County  ·  Alabama

● Active
👥 5,224 Population ↑ 25% since 2019
🎂 19.6 Median Age
🎓 0.0% College Grads
▼ 100% below avg
📊 17.6% Unemployment
▲ 260% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code36849
CityAuburn University
StateAlabama (AL)
CountyLee County
Area Code334
Elevation632 ft
Latitude32.59914
Longitude-85.48927
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS01081
ZIP TypeUnique
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 27.6% (1,439) Female 72.5% (3,785) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 49.9%Hispanic: 2.8%Black: 42.1%Asian: 0.9%Other: 3.6%Race
White49.9%
Hispanic2.8%
Black42.1%
Asian0.9%
Other3.6%

Age Breakdown

5–17
0%
18–24
99%
25–44
0%

Key Indicators

Median Age19.6 yrs
Avg Household Size-99.99
Below Poverty0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
College Grads0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
Unemployment17.6% ▲ 260% above avg
Associates10 (100%)

Education

Associates: 100%Edu
Associates100.0%
Housing & Income

Financials

Avg HH Size-99.99
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
43%
Walked
37%
Work From Home
20%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
67%
15–30 min
20%
30–45 min
12%
Over 45 min
2%
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 36849 is in Auburn University, AL, in Lee County.
ZIP code 36849 is located in Alabama (AL).
ZIP code 36849 is in Lee County, AL.
ZIP 36849 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 36849 is 5,224 people (ACS 2023).
Income data not available.
Home value data not available.
About ZIP Code 36849

ZIP code 36849 is located in Auburn University, Alabama, within Lee County. With a population of 5,224, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 19.6 years.

The population of 36849 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 49.9%.

The unemployment rate in 36849 stands at 17.6%, which is more than double the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 40%.

Overall, ZIP code 36849 in Auburn University, AL is characterized as a young community.