| ZIP Code | 36856 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Mitchell |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Russell County |
| Area Code | 334 |
| Elevation | 210 ft |
| Latitude | 32.260957 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.995401 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 01113 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.3 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.18 |
| Below Poverty | 12.5% ▲ 25% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.6% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 10.7% ▲ 119% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 134 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 738 (15.2%) |
| Some College | 598 (12.3%) |
| Associates | 1,116 (23%) |
| Bachelors | 1,171 (24.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,086 (22.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,636 ▼ 10% below avg ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $252,700 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,054/mo ↓ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,942 |
| Vacant Units | 168 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,942 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 168 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.18 |
ZIP code 36856 is located in Fort Mitchell, Alabama, within Russell County. With a population of 8,825, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.3 years. Economically, 36856 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,636 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 36856 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $252,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,054 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 36856 is majority Black (52.92%). Residents are well-educated — 46.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.5%. Household income has declined by 5% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 36856 stands at 10.7%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 36856 in Fort Mitchell, AL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,825 residents, a median household income of $68,636, and a median home value of $252,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alabama.