ZIP 36535 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Middle ClassLow Snow Area

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Foley city, AL (36535)

Median Income

$67,013

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+1,223

Wealth inflow

Population

38,401

Unemployment

6.3%

2.6pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 1,223 for ZIP 36535 (Foley city, AL) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

6.3%+69% vs US avg

Self-Employed

3.5%-42% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

4.4%-63% vs US avg

981

Establishments

12,082

Employees

~12 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Retail trade

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining1.0%
Construction6.5%
Manufacturing8.5%
Wholesale trade0.8%
Retail trade15.8%
Transportation, utilities4.9%
Information0.5%
Finance, insurance, real estate8.2%
Professional, scientific, management14.9%
Education, health care, social15.0%
Arts, entertainment, food services14.0%
Other services4.3%
Public administration5.3%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 36535 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population grew 11.2%, median income rose 6.2% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 10.7%.

Median Income

$67,013

-11% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate