ZIP Code 35121, Alabama
ZIP Code 35121 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35121 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Blount County / Etowah County / St. Clair County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,170. The land area covers 144.47 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,170 | ±1,014 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,002 | ±482 | 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 | 6,681 | ±459 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,002 | ±482 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 679 | ±212 |
| Median Home Value | $179,900 | ±$21,369 |
| Median Gross Rent | $711 | ±$99 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,177 | ±$6,319 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,104 | ±$2,803 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.1% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,537 | ±603 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,406 | ±549 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.4% | ±4.2% |
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: 60,163 (2024)
ID: 160515
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
220 2ND AVE E, STE 106, ONEONTA AL 35121-1702
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 02-12 | Oneonta, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Oneonta, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Ashville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Ashville, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | Cleveland, AL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | Cleveland, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Blountsville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Cleveland, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Cleveland, 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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George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville
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College | 21.0 mi away | 801 Main St NW, Hanceville, AL, 35077-2000 |
2563528000
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ONEONTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 221 SECOND STREET SOUTH, ONEONTA, AL, 35121 |
(205) 274-7641
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Snead State Community College
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College | 24.1 mi away | 102 Elder Street, Boaz, AL, 35957-0734 |
2565935120
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WALNUT GROVE - WESTSIDE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 5151 WALNUT GROVE ROAD, ALTOONA, AL, 35990 |
(205) 589-6699
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Jefferson State Community College
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College | 24.8 mi away | 2601 Carson Rd, Birmingham, AL, 35215-3098 |
2058531200
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SPRINGVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 6315 U.S. HIGHWAY 11, SPRINGVILLE, AL, 35146 |
(205) 467-2339
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MCCAIN MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 35717 US HWY 231, ASHVILLE, AL, 35953 |
(205) 594-7954
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BLOUNTSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 65 CHESTNUT STREET, BLOUNTSVILLE, AL, 35031 |
(205) 249-3156
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STEELE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 78 HILLVIEW STREET, STEELE, AL, 35987 |
(256) 538-0811
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CULLMAN PUBLIC LIBARY - GARDEN CITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 501 FIRST AVENUE S, GARDEN CITY, AL, 35070 |
(256) 352-4552
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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 ONEONTA, AL US, located 2.0 miles from ZCTA5 35121. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.2° | 32.9° | 43.1° | 5.49" | — |
| February | 57.3° | 35.4° | 46.3° | 5.51" | — |
| March | 66.0° | 42.4° | 54.2° | 5.09" | — |
| April | 73.8° | 49.5° | 61.6° | 5.64" | — |
| May | 80.8° | 58.7° | 69.8° | 4.19" | — |
| June | 87.3° | 66.9° | 77.1° | 5.24" | — |
| July | 90.9° | 70.4° | 80.7° | 5.04" | — |
| August | 89.8° | 69.5° | 79.6° | 3.61" | — |
| September | 84.9° | 62.7° | 73.8° | 4.09" | — |
| October | 75.0° | 51.4° | 63.2° | 3.40" | — |
| November | 64.2° | 41.2° | 52.7° | 4.23" | — |
| December | 55.4° | 35.4° | 45.4° | 5.84" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oneonta city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Highland Lake town | Town | 3.6 mi | — |
| Allgood town | Town | 4.4 mi | — |
| Rosa town | Town | 4.6 mi | — |
| Cleveland town | Town | 7.6 mi | — |
| Susan Moore town | Town | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35121. • 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.