Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 19.0% ▲ 90% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 894 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,942 (28.5%) |
| Some College | 7,197 (14.7%) |
| Associates | 9,217 (18.9%) |
| Bachelors | 6,733 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,890 (22.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,014 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $172,353 ▼ 38% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $935/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 35,435 |
| Vacant Units | 4,091 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Russell County is located in Alabama and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 78,738 residents. With a median age of 37.68, it is a relatively young county.
Russell County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,013 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 19.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Russell County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $172,353 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $934. Homeownership rates are high at 66.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Russell County are majority White (52.14%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 36.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Russell County, AL is a solidly middle-class area in Alabama. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36856 | Fort Mitchell | 8,825 | $68,636 | $252,700 | $1,054 | 10.7% | 46.6% |
| 36858 | Hatchechubbee | 441 | $35,590 | $143,800 | $928 | 0.0% | 35.6% |
| 36860 | Hurtsboro | 1,611 | $42,470 | $59,000 | $532 | 0.9% | 29.0% |
| 36867 | Phenix City | 22,441 | $46,847 | $188,000 | $963 | 6.1% | 40.9% |
| 36869 | Phenix City | 20,987 | $50,341 | $129,200 | $895 | 5.0% | 27.8% |
| 36870 | Phenix City | 19,672 | $69,652 | $178,100 | $972 | 3.3% | 37.4% |
| 36871 | Pittsview | 852 | $30,592 | $112,000 | — | 0.0% | 18.2% |
| 36875 | Seale | 3,909 | $55,393 | $167,000 | $698 | 3.4% | 29.9% |