36542 ZIP Code – Gulf Shores, Alabama
ZIP Code 36542 is located in Gulf Shores, Alabama and has a population of approximately 17,089 residents. The median household income is $63,305.
This ZIP code is part of Baldwin County. Nearby ZIP codes include 36511, 36547, 36535.
ZIP Code 36542 Data
Population
17,089
Median Household Income
$63,305
Median Home Value
$250,000+
Median Rent
$1,182
Median Age
50.6
Unemployment Rate
2.4%
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
38.2%
County
Baldwin County
State
Alabama
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ZIP 36542 vs. Alabama vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 36542 | AL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 17k | 7,880 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $63k | $56k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $323k | $155k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,182 | $849 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 50.6 | 42.1 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | 5.7% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% | 17.6% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 38.2% | 19.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 36511 – Bon Secour
- 36547 – Gulf Shores
- 36535 – Foley
- 36555 – Magnolia Springs
- 36561 – Orange Beach
- 36580 – Summerdale
- 36530 – Elberta
- 36532 – Fairhope
- 36564 – Point Clear
- 36576 – Silverhill
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36511 | BON SECOUR | 620 | $85,588 |
| 36547 | GULF SHORES | Not provided | Not provided |
| 36535 | FOLEY | 37,703 | $61,158 |
| 36555 | MAGNOLIA SPRINGS | 1,298 | $88,333 |
| 36561 | ORANGE BEACH | 8,952 | $90,778 |