ZIP 36117 — Montgomery

Crime rates in the 36117 area are generally considered moderate compared to the broader Montgomery city average, with localized variations in property crime trends.

The area is served by Montgomery Public Schools, with school quality ratings varying significantly across individual campuses within the ZIP code boundaries.

The region faces standard climate risks for central Alabama, primarily involving seasonal severe thunderstorms and occasional high-wind events; flood risk is localized to specific drainage basins.

Economic momentum is driven by proximity to major regional employers in government, healthcare, and education, with ongoing commercial development along the Eastern Boulevard corridor.

Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Alabama) — Current Use Valuation: Allows property to be taxed based on its current use value rather than fair market value, potentially reducing the tax burden. Conversion to a non-qualified use triggers revaluation and potential back-tax liability. State (Alabama) — Class III Residential Property Tax Assessment: Property is assessed at 10% of its fair market value. The tax liability is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the local millage rate. A standard homestead exemption applies to the 6.5 mill statewide property tax on the first $4,000 of assessed valuation. State (Alabama) — Class 3 Residential Property Tax Assessment: Residential property is classified as Class 3 and assessed at 10 percent of its fair market value. A standard homestead exemption applies to the 6.5 mill statewide property tax on the first $4,000 of assessed valuation. 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.

Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with primary access to downtown Montgomery and major employment hubs via I-85 and Eastern Boulevard.

The area features access to local parks, community centers, and proximity to major retail shopping districts along the EastChase corridor.

The rental market shows stable demand with a preference for long-term leases over short-term rentals, supported by a gross rental yield of approximately 6.48%.

The local economy is anchored by state government operations, Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base, and a robust healthcare sector serving the River Region.

The area is primarily served by a network of arterial roads and highways, with limited public transit infrastructure compared to urban centers.

Development is focused on infill residential projects and commercial expansion along the I-85 corridor.

Parcels are subject to standard county and city tax levies; no major MUD/PID districts are reported for this ZIP.

Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather, with market health remaining stable but sensitive to national reinsurance trends.