ZIP Code 35022, Alabama
ZIP Code 35022 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35022 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jefferson County / Shelby County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 23,126. The land area covers 64.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,126 | ±1,831 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs | ±7.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,509 | ±712 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 10,398 | ±717 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,509 | ±712 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 889 | ±303 |
| Median Home Value | $258,900 | ±$12,100 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,175 | ±$136 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $81,846 | ±$7,131 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,827 | ±$3,386 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.2% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,799 | ±816 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,487 | ±1,119 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.8% | ±1.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 664,744 (2024)
ID: 160527
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSION PRESIDENT
716 RICHARD ARRINGTON JR BLVD N, STE 210, BIRMINGHAM AL 35203-0106
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bessemer, AL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | Birmingham, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bessemer, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Birmingham, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Hoover, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Bessemer, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bessemer, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bessemer, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Hoover, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Brighton, AL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Brown Beauty Barber School
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College Vocational | 4.7 mi away | 1724 1st Avenue North, Bessemer, AL, 35020-5016 |
2054244247
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BESSEMER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 400 19TH STREET N, BESSEMER, AL, 35020 |
(205) 428-7882
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Lawson State Community College
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College | 9.1 mi away | 3060 Wilson Rd SW, Birmingham, AL, 35221-1717 |
2059252515
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HELENA - JANE B. HOLMES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 230 TUCKER ROAD, HELENA, AL, 35080 |
(205) 664-8308
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Winonah's International School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 9.4 mi away | 1870 Chace Drive, Hoover, AL, 35244-7310 |
2057038070
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HUEYTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 1372 HUEYTOWN ROAD, HUEYTOWN, AL, 35023 |
(205) 491-1443
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Fortis Institute-Birmingham
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College | 9.4 mi away | 100 London Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35211 |
20594078004911
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PELHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 2000 PELHAM PARK BLVD, PELHAM, AL, 35124 |
(205) 620-6418
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Paul Mitchell the School-Birmingham
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College Vocational | 9.5 mi away | 1694 Montgomery Hwy Ste 124, Hoover, AL, 35216 |
205824444218
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HOOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 200 MUNICIPAL DRIVE, HOOVER, AL, 35216 |
(205) 444-7800
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BESSEMER 3 WSW, AL US, located 5.2 miles from ZCTA5 35022. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.7° | 33.8° | 44.8° | 5.40" | 0.4" |
| February | 60.6° | 37.0° | 48.8° | 5.38" | 0.0" |
| March | 68.3° | 43.3° | 55.8° | 5.42" | 0.7" |
| April | 76.0° | 50.1° | 63.1° | 5.11" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.0° | 59.4° | 71.2° | 4.55" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.1° | 66.7° | 77.9° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.8° | 70.5° | 81.2° | 4.76" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.7° | 69.6° | 80.6° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.1° | 63.8° | 75.4° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.1° | 52.6° | 64.8° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| November | 66.0° | 41.5° | 53.8° | 4.45" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.9° | 36.7° | 47.3° | 5.20" | 0.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bessemer city | City | 2.8 mi | — |
| McCalla CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Helena city | City | 5.3 mi | — |
| Hueytown city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Lipscomb city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Brighton city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35022. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.