ZIP Code 36535: Population, Income, Housing

State: AL
Total population: 40,628 Household income: $66,714 Rent: $1,235

Overview

Total population
40,628
Rent
$1,235
Year built
2002
Household income
$66,714
Per capita income
$38,076
Poverty rate
13.3%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Household size
2.3 persons
Rent over 30% of income
53.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State
Alabama
County
Baldwin County
City
Foley
Total population
40,628
Adults over 25
30,793
Total households
17,877
Household size
2.3 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$66,714
Per capita income
$38,076
Poverty rate
13.3%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Rent over 30% of income
53.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Housing

Rent
$1,235
Year built
2002
Households that rent
22.6%
Households that own
77.4%
Rooms per home (all homes)
5.8

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Race

White
78.8%
Black
5.1%
Asian
1.9%
Two or more races
7.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
9%
Not Hispanic or Latino
91%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Commute

Commute rate
16,799 (91.3%)
Commute time to work
26 mins
Work from home
1,604 (8.7%)

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Education

Less than high school
30.3%
High school graduate or GED
33.9%
Some college or associate degree
10.8%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
25.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

 

Comparison of ZIP Code 36535 with: Baldwin County, AL Alabama United States

ZIP 36535

Total population40,628
Rent$1,235
Year built2002
Household income$66,714
Per capita income$38,076
Poverty rate13.3%
Unemployment rateN/A

Baldwin County, AL

Total population246,989
Rent$1,277
Year built1999
Household income$78,775
Per capita income$42,357
Poverty rate10.1%
Unemployment rate3%

Alabama State

Total population5,086,768
Rent$1,007
Year built1986
Household income$63,999
Per capita income$36,087
Poverty rate15.6%
Unemployment rate3.1%

United States

Total population334,922,499
Rent$1,413
Year built1980
Household income$80,734
Per capita income$44,673
Poverty rate12.5%
Unemployment rate4%
Metric ZIP36535 CountyBaldwin, ALStateAlabamaCountryUnited States
Total population40,628246,9895,086,768334,922,499
Rent$1,235$1,277$1,007$1,413
Year built2002199919861980
Household income$66,714$78,775$63,999$80,734
Per capita income$38,076$42,357$36,087$44,673
Poverty rate13.3%10.1%15.6%12.5%
Unemployment rateN/A3%3.1%4%

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Summary for 36535

Rent & Income

In 36535, the typical monthly rent is $1,235 and the typical household income is $66,714. Rent here is higher than Alabama, and household income is similar to Alabama. The estimated poverty rate is 13.3%.

Housing & Affordability

This ZIP Code is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 22.6% of households. About 53.8% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 25.1% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher.

 

ZIP 36535 — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

ZIP 36535 — Poverty

 

 

How ZIP 36535 compares in Alabama (29 ZIP Codes)

Metric This ZIP Rank Starts from State range
Rent $1,235 17 / 29 from lower rent $820 – $1,542
Household income $66,714 17 / 29 from higher income $29,152 – $124,516
Poverty rate 13.3% 14 / 29 from lower poverty 2.6% – 43.5%

Rankings are calculated among ZIP Codes in Alabama with total population > 30,000 (year 2024).

 

Detailed Ranking Explanation for ZIP Code 36535

Rent

When it comes to rent, ZIP Code 36535 ranks 17th out of 29 ZIP Codes in Alabama. Statewide, values range from $820 in ZIP 35630 up to $1,542 in ZIP 35749.

Household income

Income-wise, this area is placed 17th out of 29 ZIP Codes. Across Alabama, figures vary from $29,152 in ZIP 35401 up to $124,516 in ZIP 35226.

Poverty rate

When it comes to poverty, ZIP Code 36535 places 14th out of 29 ZIP Codes. Throughout Alabama, numbers span from 2.6% in ZIP 35173 up to 43.5% in ZIP 35401.

 

💰 Rent in ZIP Code 36535 (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,235 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing — including the apartment or home and essential utilities like heat, water, and electricity.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in ZIP Code 36535

Annual Household Income: $66,714

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in the ZIP code — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in ZIP Code 36535

Estimated Rate: 13.3%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in ZIP Code 36535

In ZIP Code 36535, households that rent: 4,042 (22.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this ZIP Code?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 4,042 22.6%
Owner-Occupied 13,835 77.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in ZIP Code 36535

In ZIP Code 36535, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 2,176 (53.8%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 2,176 53.8%
Other renter households 1,866 46.2%
Total renter households 4,042 100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in the ZIP code are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in ZIP Code 36535

Less than High School: 9,315 people (30.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 10,429 people (33.9%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,331 people (10.8%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 7,718 people (25.1%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 30,793

ℹ️ Have questions about how these statistics are calculated? See our data methodology & FAQs

 

Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.