Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 18.1% ▲ 81% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.3% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.6% ▲ 137% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 163 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,271 (32.8%) |
| Some College | 1,354 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 2,265 (22.7%) |
| Bachelors | 720 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,208 (22.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,208 ▼ 37% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $96,856 ▼ 65% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $743/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,205 |
| Vacant Units | 2,332 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Macon County is located in Alabama and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 18,547 residents. With a median age of 35.86, it is a relatively young county.
Macon County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $48,207 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 11.6%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 18.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Macon County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $96,856 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $742. Homeownership rates are high at 62.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Macon County are primarily Black (73.46%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Macon County, AL is a working-class area in Alabama. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36031 | Fort Davis | 96 | $45,000 | $9,999 | — | 0.0% | 42.6% |
| 36039 | Hardaway | 168 | $41,000 | — | — | 13.5% | 16.1% |
| 36866 | Notasulga | 3,540 | $61,728 | $107,800 | $801 | 11.1% | 21.8% |
| 36075 | Shorter | 1,895 | $49,602 | $112,200 | $944 | 12.7% | 19.8% |
| 36083 | Tuskegee | 9,355 | $45,313 | $89,100 | $692 | 11.4% | 33.0% |
| 36088 | Tuskegee Institute | 3,493 | $41,938 | $100,600 | $710 | 12.4% | 37.8% |