Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 18.5% ▲ 85% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.2% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 21% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,009 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 35,505 (26%) |
| Some College | 14,904 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 23,486 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 11,555 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 49,303 (36.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,040 ▼ 20% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $166,687 ▼ 40% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,093/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 106,810 |
| Vacant Units | 15,166 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Montgomery County is located in Alabama and encompasses 42 ZIP codes spanning 10 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 229,487 residents. With a median age of 37.03, it is a relatively young county.
Montgomery County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,039 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Montgomery County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $166,687 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,092.
The residents of Montgomery County are majority Black (58.64%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 44.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Montgomery County, AL is a solidly middle-class area in Alabama. The 42 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36013 | Cecil | 180 | $139,853 | $376,500 | — | 0.0% | 41.4% |
| 36036 | Grady | 1,840 | $43,500 | $143,400 | $995 | 8.6% | 21.1% |
| 36043 | Hope Hull | 3,230 | $84,600 | $179,300 | $965 | 4.1% | 31.9% |
| 36046 | Lapine | 1,427 | $43,875 | $110,700 | $833 | 4.9% | 21.7% |
| 36052 | Mathews | 847 | $133,421 | $549,200 | — | 4.3% | 66.0% |
| 36104 | Montgomery | 10,637 | $34,975 | $121,200 | $787 | 9.3% | 39.7% |
| 36105 | Montgomery | 9,359 | $44,438 | $79,600 | $965 | 8.9% | 31.0% |
| 36106 | Montgomery | 14,612 | $71,202 | $207,400 | $1,138 | 8.1% | 62.1% |
| 36107 | Montgomery | 8,063 | $31,895 | $69,800 | $883 | 7.0% | 32.6% |
| 36108 | Montgomery | 15,549 | $32,622 | $73,700 | $786 | 7.3% | 24.2% |
| 36109 | Montgomery | 24,093 | $61,059 | $134,900 | $1,108 | 3.7% | 37.3% |
| 36110 | Montgomery | 11,692 | $41,140 | $81,200 | $1,014 | 3.3% | 19.7% |
| 36111 | Montgomery | 12,196 | $54,613 | $152,000 | $1,052 | 7.7% | 49.1% |
| 36112 | Montgomery | 611 | $75,625 | — | $1,125 | 1.7% | 25.9% |
| 36113 | Montgomery | 970 | $118,750 | — | $1,985 | 2.7% | 49.2% |
| 36115 | Montgomery | 1,112 | $84,327 | — | $1,441 | 1.0% | 72.8% |
| 36116 | Montgomery | 44,369 | $53,973 | $137,000 | $1,056 | 8.0% | 43.1% |
| 36117 | Montgomery | 52,608 | $72,237 | $225,900 | $1,209 | 4.7% | 54.6% |
| 36064 | Pike Road | 13,849 | $121,640 | $379,300 | $1,588 | 1.7% | 68.5% |
| 36069 | Ramer | 2,049 | $47,000 | $95,200 | $922 | 1.0% | 25.2% |