| ZIP Code | 36867 |
|---|---|
| City | Phenix City |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Russell County |
| Area Code | 334 |
| Elevation | 314 ft |
| Latitude | 32.498054 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.02359 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 01113 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 24.8% ▲ 148% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 25% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 329 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,538 (24.9%) |
| Some College | 1,911 (13.5%) |
| Associates | 2,615 (18.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,714 (12.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,091 (28.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,847 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $188,000 ▼ 33% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $963/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,782 |
| Vacant Units | 1,460 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,782 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,460 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 53.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 36867 is located in Phenix City, Alabama, within Russell County. With a population of 22,441, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.4 years. Economically, 36867 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $46,847 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 36867 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $188,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $963 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.0%) and renters (53.1%). Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 36867 is majority White (52.61%). Residents are well-educated — 40.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.8%. Household income has grown by 3% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 36867 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 36867 in Phenix City, AL is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 22,441 residents, a median household income of $46,847, and a median home value of $188,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alabama.