The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 36757 sells for about $225,000, or $89 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
ZIP 36757
The housing market in 36757 is characterized by low inventory and slow turnover, typical of a rural Alabama market. Prices have seen modest appreciation, but the market remains highly sensitive to affordability constraints and limited economic growth. Current conditions are stable, with little speculative activity.
This area is best suited for local families, retirees seeking a quiet rural lifestyle, and individuals working in the public or agricultural sectors who prioritize affordability over proximity to major urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 6.4 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.5% · poverty 22.0% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 10.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 36757, Perry County AL
Crime rates in the Marion area are generally lower than national averages, though property crime remains the primary concern for local law enforcement.
Public education is primarily served by the Perry County School District, which faces ongoing challenges regarding funding and academic performance metrics.
The region is susceptible to severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity, with flood risks primarily concentrated near the Cahaba River basin.
Economic momentum is modest, with the local economy anchored by government, education, and agricultural sectors; infrastructure development is focused on rural connectivity.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Alabama) — Standard State Ad Valorem Homestead Exemption: Exempts up to $4,000 in assessed valuation from the 6.5 mill state ad valorem tax levy (providing a maximum direct state tax reduction of $26.00). Formula: Adjusted State Tax = Max(0, (Assessed Value - $4,000)) × 0.0065. State (Alabama) — Statewide Ad Valorem Property Tax and Class III Residential Assessment Ratio: Establishes a baseline 6.5 statewide millage rate ($0.0065 per dollar of assessed value) under Ala. Code § 40-8-1 and the Alabama Constitution.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving to nearby employment hubs in Selma or Tuscaloosa via state highways.
Local recreation centers on outdoor activities, including fishing and hunting in the surrounding Black Belt region, with limited urban-style shopping and dining.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for affordable housing, with limited turnover and minimal short-term rental presence.
The economy is heavily reliant on the public sector, including the school district and county government, alongside agricultural operations.
Transportation is entirely reliant on private vehicles; there is no public transit infrastructure serving the area.
Development is limited to small-scale residential improvements and infrastructure maintenance rather than large-scale commercial projects.
The Perry County Revenue Commissioner manages property assessments, which are generally updated on a multi-year cycle.
Parcels are subject to county-wide school district taxes and standard municipal utility assessments where applicable.
Property insurance premiums are rising due to regional exposure to severe weather events, particularly wind and storm damage.
The state experiences modest net domestic migration, though rural counties like Perry often see stable or slightly declining populations.
Alabama is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively rapid foreclosure processes following default.
Alabama is a caveat emptor (buyer beware) state, meaning sellers have limited mandatory disclosure requirements regarding property condition.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 36757.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A central historic anchor in Marion.
Provides regional access for fishing and outdoor recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.