ZIP Code 35096, Alabama
ZIP Code 35096 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35096 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Calhoun County / Talladega County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,415. The land area covers 78.70 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,415 | ±876 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs | ±5.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,577 | ±364 | 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 | 4,136 | ±364 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,577 | ±364 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 559 | ±205 |
| Median Home Value | $186,700 | ±$17,174 |
| Median Gross Rent | $951 | ±$102 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,913 | ±$8,876 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,425 | ±$6,471 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,173 | ±395 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.4% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,248 | ±512 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.3% | ±3.3% |
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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COUNTY OF CALHOUN
GUS Population: 116,427 (2024)
ID: 122485
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMIN
1702 NOBLE ST, STE 103, ANNISTON AL 36201-3827
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | Talladega, AL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | Talladega, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Alexandria, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Alexandria, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Alexandria, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Ashville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Ashville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Talladega, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Hobson City, 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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Talladega College
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College | 12.9 mi away | 627 West Battle Street, Talladega, AL, 35160 |
2567616100
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LINCOLN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 47475 US HWY 78, LINCOLN, AL, 35096 |
(205) 763-4080
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Jacksonville State University
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College | 24.2 mi away | 700 Pelham Road North, Jacksonville, AL, 36265 |
2567825781
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RAGLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 26 PROVIDENCE ROAD, RAGLAND, AL, 35131 |
(205) 472-2007
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PELL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 1000 BRUCE ETHEREDGE PKWY STE 100, PELL CITY, AL, 35128 |
(205) 884-1015
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MUNFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 82 RAILROAD STREET, MUNFORD, AL, 36268 |
(256) 358-3600
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OHATCHEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 7803 ALABAMA HIGHWAY 77, OHATCHEE, AL, 36271 |
(256) 892-4203
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TALLADEGA - ARMSTRONG-OSBORNE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 202 SOUTH STREET EAST, TALLADEGA, AL, 35160 |
(256) 362-4211
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HOBSON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 610 MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE, HOBSON CITY, AL, 36201 |
(256) 831-7069
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OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 110 EAST 6TH STREET, OXFORD, AL, 36203 |
(256) 831-1750
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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 TALLADEGA 10 NNE, AL US, located 4.4 miles from ZCTA5 35096. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.1° | 32.9° | 43.5° | 4.89" | — |
| February | 59.2° | 35.8° | 47.5° | 5.13" | — |
| March | 66.4° | 42.8° | 54.6° | 5.71" | — |
| April | 74.6° | 48.6° | 61.6° | 4.41" | — |
| May | 81.1° | 57.6° | 69.4° | 3.34" | — |
| June | 87.5° | 66.5° | 77.0° | 4.09" | — |
| July | 90.0° | 70.0° | 80.0° | 4.53" | — |
| August | 89.6° | 68.7° | 79.1° | 3.64" | — |
| September | 85.1° | 62.5° | 73.8° | 3.53" | — |
| October | 75.8° | 50.3° | 63.0° | 3.06" | — |
| November | 64.3° | 39.0° | 51.6° | 4.86" | — |
| December | 56.8° | 35.2° | 46.0° | 5.04" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Riverside city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Ragland town | Town | 9.0 mi | — |
| Pell City city | City | 9.9 mi | — |
| Munford town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
| Ohatchee town | Town | 12.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35096. • 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.