ZIP Code 36318

Households around Elba in ZIP code 36318 report a median income of $49,826, with per-capita earnings of $32,249. A median home value of $122,400 pairs with a county property tax rate of 0.34%, so annual property taxes on such a home run well under $500. Sales tax across the area totals 6.00%, which adds a little to everyday purchases. Taken together, the gap between income and housing costs leaves room in the monthly budget for groceries, utilities, and other essentials, though the sales tax still applies to most of what households buy.