36874 — Salem, AL Home Values
Typical home value $336,660 as of June 2026 · 4th of 9 in Auburn-Opelika, AL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 36874, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 36874 compares in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area
ZIP code 36874 (Salem, AL) has a typical home value of $336,660 as of June 2026, ranking 4th of 9 ZIP codes tracked in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area, more expensive than about 67% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +5.3% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +33.7%, from $251,728 in June 2021 to $336,660 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Auburn-Opelika, AL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Auburn.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 36874 has a population of 10,329, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 77.1% White, 20.9% Black or African American, 0.9% two or more races, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wacoochee Elementary School | 125 Lee Road 254, Salem, AL | 2.7 mi |
| West Smiths Station Elementary School | 150 Stringer Weeks Road, Smiths Station, AL | 5.1 mi |
| Smith Station Freshman Center | 1150 MULLIN ROAD, Smiths Station, AL | 6.1 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 36874?
$336,660 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 36874 an expensive ZIP code in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area?
36874 ranks 4th of 9 ZIP codes in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 67% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 36874 changed over the past year?
+5.3% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 36874?
10,329, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 36874?
Wacoochee Elementary School (2.7 mi), West Smiths Station Elementary School (5.1 mi), Smith Station Freshman Center (6.1 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 36874?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Auburn-Opelika, AL forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.