ZIP Code 36470 in Perdue Hill, AL

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Perdue Hill, Alabama
Names to Avoid:
Claiborne
County:Monroe County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:11:10:10 PM
Population:31 [See All]
Area Code:251
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:31.4971, -87.5431
Land Area:23.662 sq mi
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36470 Perdue Hill, AL - A Rural Alabama Crossroads

ZIP Code 36470, Perdue Hill

Small Town Unique ZIP
LocationMonroe County, AL
Area0 sq mi Single Point
Population31
Households26
PO Boxes21 (81% adoption)
Median Age37.3 years
Also Known AsClaiborne
ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004
Enclosed InZIP Code 36445
Key Facts
  • With only 31 residents, Perdue Hill is one of the smallest populated communities with its own ZIP code in Alabama.
  • This is a PO Box Only Zone with no alternative mail delivery; residents must use the post office.
  • The post office maintains 21 PO Boxes for 26 households, an 81% adoption rate.
  • Local businesses employ 561 workers despite the tiny residential population of 31.
  • The ZIP code exists only as a point location within the larger 36445 ZIP boundary.
  • Claiborne is recognized as an alternate name but isn't valid for mailing purposes.

Community Overview

Perdue Hill sits along US Highway 84 in Monroe County, Alabama. With just 31 residents and 26 households, it's one of the smallest communities in the state to maintain its own ZIP code and post office. The Census boundary captures only a point location rather than geographic territory; the actual community exists within the larger 36445 ZIP code area.

Why PO Boxes Are Required

This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative mail delivery available, so every resident must use the post office for mail access. The facility maintains 21 PO Boxes for 26 households, giving it an 81% adoption rate. Most households rely entirely on their PO Box. The post office also serves 10 local businesses.

Local History and Character

The community recognizes Claiborne as an alternate name, though it isn't valid for mailing purposes. This suggests historical ties to the Claiborne area along the Alabama River, which played a significant role in early Alabama history. The median age of 37.3 years indicates a working-age population rather than retirees.

Employment Patterns

Despite its tiny residential population, local businesses employ 561 workers. This employment figure far exceeds the resident population, suggesting that industries in the area draw workers from surrounding communities. The post office on US Highway 84 serves as the community's connection to postal services for residents and businesses alike.

Street Name Patterns

Highway Corridor

The only street in the ZIP+4 data is US Highway 84, reflecting the community's location along this east-west corridor through rural Alabama.

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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 36470 has 31 residents and 26 households (average 1.19 persons per household). The median age is 37.3 years, slightly younger than the state (39.7) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 41.9% male and 58.1% female, which is much lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (51.6%, much lower than the state average of 64.1% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (29.0%, much higher than the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.2%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than the national average (12.4%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:31Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:0Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:1.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$0Source: Census ACS
Households:26Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$0Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:1.19Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:1.76Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--023102101921182141785135000
Decennial Census98------------------31------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 37.3

Male Median Age: 36.5

Female Median Age: 53.3

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male000051040102000000
Female000600200030031300
Total000651240132031300
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1657.14%
Black:932.14%
Hispanic:*13.57%
Asian:00%
American Indian:27.14%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:00%
Total:28100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:1341.94%36.5 years
Females:1858.06%53.3 years
Total:31100%37.3 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00%
Total Population:0100%
Total Native Population:00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Education, Health & Community


Insufficient data for educational attainment. Insufficient data for health insurance coverage. Insufficient data for poverty. Insufficient data for school enrollment.

Explore More:Educational AttainmentHealth InsurancePoverty Over TimeSchool Enrollment

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):00%
Some college, no degree:00%
Associate's degree:00%
Bachelor's degree:00%
Graduate or professional degree:00%
Total:0100%
High school or higher:00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:00%
Public Insurance:00%
No Insurance:00%
Total:0100%
Has Health Insurance:00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%-666,666,666.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00%
Kindergarten:00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00%
High school (grades 9-12):00%
College or graduate school:00%
Total:0100%
Early Childhood:00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 36470 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 10 business establishments, employing about 570 people with an annual payroll of $60,664,000.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:279Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:10Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$14,601,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$60,664,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:570Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 36470 is located in Monroe County, Alabama, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Alabama's 1st Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 36470. It covers 23.662 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.876 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:23.662 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.876 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:01Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6066.83 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


36471 | | 36467

Schools in ZIP Code 36470


We could not locate which school district 36470 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

C P Carmichael Alternative School 1323 Veterans Drive
Monroeville, AL 36460
District: Monroe County School DistrictNearby
Monroe County Careertechnical Center 230 Tiger Dr
Monroeville, AL 36460
District: Monroe County School DistrictNearby
Monroe County High School 212 Tiger Dr
Monroeville, AL 36460
District: Monroe County School DistrictNearby
Excel High School 3010 Hwy 136 W
Excel, AL 36439
District: Monroe County School DistrictNearby
Monroeville Middle School 201 York Street
Monroeville, AL 36460
District: Monroe County School DistrictNearby
Clarke Prep School 20100 Hwy 43
Grove Hill, AL 36451
District: Private SchoolNearby
The Jackson Academy 1954 Coffeeville Rd
Jackson, AL 36545
District: Private SchoolNearby
Escambia Academy 268 Cowpen Creek Rd
Atmore, AL 36502
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 36470


Alabama School Of Nail Technology & Cosmetology 202 Commerce Street
Jackson, AL 36545-2718
Type: Post Secondary
Reid State Technical College 100 And Hwy 83
Evergreen, AL 36401
Type: Post Secondary
Coastal Alabama Community College 1900 U S Highway 31 South
Bay Minette, AL 36507-2698
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Mobile 5735 College Parkway
Mobile, AL 36613-2842
Type: Post Secondary
United States Sports Academy One Academy Drive
Daphne, AL 36526-7055
Type: Post Secondary
Bishop State Community College 351 North Broad Street
Mobile, AL 36603-5898
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census 2020 Demographic & Housing Characteristics (DHC) [Decennial] [Updated: 5/25/2023]
    • U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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