ZIP Code 36761 in Minter, AL

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Minter, Alabama
Names to Avoid:
Farmersville
Counties:Dallas County[Primary]
Lowndes County
Wilcox County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:55:43 PM
Population:935 [See All]
Area Code:334
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:32.0945, -86.9828
Land Area:242.541 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 36761 has 935 residents and 424 households (average 2.06 persons per household). The median age is 48.5 years, significantly older than the state (39.7) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 54.3% male and 45.7% female, which is higher than the state male share (48.3%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are Black or African American (67.3%, much higher than the state average of 25.8% and well above the national average of 12.4%) and White (30.2%, much lower than the state average of 64.1% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.7%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (25.8%) and national averages (12.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:935Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:869Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:1,163Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:3.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$26,743Source: Census ACS
Households:424Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$33,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.06Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:4.02Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,0159539609149641,142924884787715667754869869
Decennial Census1,161------------------935--------
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: 48.5

Male Median Age: 46.8

Female Median Age: 49.4

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1416545421183412251942454748212279
Female151217262022102522483048242831152113
Total292871804140443747677293717652372822
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:28230.36%
Black:62967.71%
Hispanic:*70.75%
Asian:10.11%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:30.32%
Other:70.75%
Total:929100%
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:50854.33%46.8 years
Females:42745.67%49.4 years
Total:935100%48.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:84296.89%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:273.11%
Total Population:869100%
Total Native Population:84296.89%
Total Foreign-born Population:273.11%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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.

Income & Employment


In 2024, the Median household income is $26,743, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is up $5,404 (25.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $993. Family households earn a median of $27,212 versus $26,500 for nonfamily households (a difference of $712). By gender, male median income is $34,250 and female is $42,708, which is much lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $8,458 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 42.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Production (39.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$21,339$26,184$21,250$20,139$26,891$27,031$28,333$27,292$25,750$24,609$24,653$26,528$24,868$26,743
Median Family Income$30,815$38,523$44,821$45,417$47,878$31,473$33,958$28,631$28,519$25,000$27,949$30,236$24,688$27,212
Median NonFamily Income$7,949$7,926$7,523$7,760$0$0$14,688$24,438$23,784$23,611$0$25,417$25,250$26,500
Median Male Income$34,491$33,214$30,577$30,208$0$31,940$31,083$43,047$0$22,206$45,000$47,292$49,531$34,250
Median Female Income$30,602$22,375$21,773$24,464$0$24,953$29,052$41,875$41,544$0$0$29,837$29,471$42,708
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:27741.97%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:38358.03%
Total:660100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:5018.05%
Service:3914.08%
Sales and Office:4616.61%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:3311.91%
Production, transportation, and material moving:10939.35%
Total Civilian Employed Population:277100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $33,900, which is far less than the national median ($332,700), is down $2,800 (7.63%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $11,900. The median gross rent is $864, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,413), is up $235 (37.36%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $32. Of occupied housing, owners make up 70.84% (20.26% with a mortgage, 79.74% free-and-clear) and renters 29.16% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 19.74%, which is much higher than the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$36,700$43,000$54,800$58,700$80,200$69,500$78,800$59,200$45,800$32,300$31,400$51,100$50,400$33,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:6046.88%
$1,000 to $1,499:3124.22%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:3728.91%
Total:128100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$629$705$723$773$0$0$0$826$832$548$743$785$761$864
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):6314.35%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):24856.49%
Renter Occupied:12829.16%
Total Occupied Housing Units:439100%

Occupied Housing Units:43980.26%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):10819.74%
Total Housing Units:547100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:32859.96%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:21940.04%
Total Housing Units:547100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 16.90% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 70.70%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 8.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 36.50%, which is falls below the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is 70.30%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 42.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.80%), up 20.20 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 25.20 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (51.16%). College enrollment is 19.77%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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:639.97%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:12219.30%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):24338.45%
Some college, no degree:6410.13%
Associate's degree:335.22%
Bachelor's degree:7011.08%
Graduate or professional degree:375.85%
Total:632100%
High school or higher:44770.73%
Bachelor's degree or higher:10716.93%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:31131.73%
Public Insurance:60061.22%
No Insurance:697.04%
Total:980100%
Has Health Insurance:91192.96%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty26.4%10.3%2.7%13.7%12.1%14.8%17.2%20.6%21.4%22.9%27.2%31.8%46.6%42.1%
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:00.00%
Kindergarten:3413.18%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):13251.16%
High school (grades 9-12):4115.89%
College or graduate school:5119.77%
Total:258100%
Early Childhood:3413.18%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):20780.23%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 36761 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 7 business establishments, employing about 87 people with an annual payroll of $3,414,000. USPS data shows 565 residential mailboxes and 47 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:565Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:47Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:635Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:565Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:7Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$746,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$3,414,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:87Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 36761 is located in Dallas County, Alabama, within the Selma, AL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 42820) and Alabama's 7th Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 43,820 people, about 2.13% of whom live in ZIP Code 36761. It covers 242.541 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.81 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Selma, ALSource: Census
CBSA Number:42820Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:43,820Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:242.541 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.81 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:07Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:10156.13 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


36763 | | 36759

Schools in ZIP Code 36761


We could not locate which school district 36761 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.

Southside High School 7975 US Highway 80 E
Selma, AL 36701
District: Dallas County School DistrictNearby
Central Elementary School 141 Main St
Hayneville, AL 36040
District: Lowndes County School DistrictNearby
Central High School 145 Main St
Hayneville, AL 36040
District: Lowndes County School DistrictNearby
Lowndes County Career Technical Center 147 Main St
Hayneville, AL 36040
District: Lowndes County School DistrictNearby
Project Success Learning Center 147 Main St
Hayneville, AL 36040
District: Lowndes County School DistrictNearby
Ellwood Christian Academy 1 Bell Rd
Selma, AL 36701
District: Private SchoolNearby
Lowndes Academy 215 S Broad St
Lowndesboro, AL 36752
District: Private SchoolNearby
Fort Dale Academy 1100 Gamble St
Greenville, AL 36037
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 36761


Selma University 1501 Boynton St, Dinkins Hall
Selma, AL 36701
Type: Post Secondary
George C Wallace State Community College-Selma 3000 Earl Goodwin Parkway
Selma, AL 36702-2808
Type: Post Secondary
H Councill Trenholm State Community College 1225 Air Base Blvd
Montgomery, AL 36108-3199
Type: Post Secondary
Marion Military Institute 1101 Washington St
Marion, AL 36756-3207
Type: Post Secondary
Reid State Technical College 100 And Hwy 83
Evergreen, AL 36401
Type: Post Secondary
Troy University-Montgomery Campus 231 Montgomery Street
Montgomery, AL 36103-4419
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.

  1. U.S. Postal Service [Last Updated: 2/1/2026], https://www.usps.com
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    • 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]
  4. U.S. Geological Survey [Updated: Varies], https://www.usgs.gov
  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
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