ZIP Code 35147, Alabama
ZIP Code 35147 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35147 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Shelby County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,897. The land area covers 68.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,897 | ±843 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs | ±3.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,394 | ±282 | 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 | 2,397 | ±282 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,394 | ±282 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3 | ±5 |
| Median Home Value | $317,300 | ±$29,343 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,226 | ±$1,074 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $91,739 | ±$8,949 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,938 | ±$5,392 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% | ±4.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 516 | ±317 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,485 | ±519 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.8% | ±3.6% |
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: 235,969 (2024)
ID: 122496
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADM ASST
1123 COUNTY SERVICES DR, PELHAM AL 35124-6128
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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 | Childersburg, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Birmingham, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Birmingham, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Hoover, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Mountain Brook, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Trussville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chelsea, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Chelsea, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Chelsea, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Mountain Brook, 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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Samford University
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College | 15.4 mi away | 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35229-2240 |
2057262011
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WESTOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 3312 WESTOVER ROAD, WESTOVER, AL, 35147 |
(205) 678-3375
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Winonah's International School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 15.9 mi away | 1870 Chace Drive, Hoover, AL, 35244-7310 |
2057038070
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MT LAUREL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 111 OLMSTED STREET, BIRMINGHAM, AL, 35242 |
(205) 991-1660
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Paul Mitchell the School-Birmingham
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College Vocational | 16.1 mi away | 1694 Montgomery Hwy Ste 124, Hoover, AL, 35216 |
205824444218
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VINCENT - LALLOUSE MCGRAW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 42850 HIGHWAY 25, VINCENT, AL, 35178 |
(205) 672-2749
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
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College | 16.7 mi away | Administration Bldg Suite 1070, Birmingham, AL, 35294-0110 |
2059344011
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HARPERSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 39397 HIGHWAY 25, HARPERSVILLE, AL, 35078 |
(205) 644-6331
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Strayer University-Alabama
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College | 17.2 mi away | 2 20th Street North, #150, Birmingham, AL, 35203 |
8774557180
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CHELSEA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 16623 HIGHWAY 80, CHELSEA, AL, 35043 |
(205) 847-5750
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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 CHILDERSBURG WTP, AL US, located 14.1 miles from ZCTA5 35147. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58.4° | 34.1° | 46.2° | 5.50" | 0.4" |
| February | 63.1° | 37.8° | 50.5° | 6.00" | 0.1" |
| March | 71.0° | 43.2° | 57.1° | 5.38" | 0.6" |
| April | 78.6° | 50.2° | 64.4° | 4.77" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.8° | 58.8° | 71.8° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.5° | 66.5° | 78.5° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.1° | 70.3° | 81.7° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| August | 92.6° | 69.0° | 80.8° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.2° | 63.1° | 75.6° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.2° | 51.1° | 65.2° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| November | 68.1° | 40.8° | 54.4° | 4.65" | 0.0" |
| December | 60.3° | 36.4° | 48.3° | 5.20" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vandiver CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Westover town | Town | 3.4 mi | — |
| Sterrett CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Shoal Creek CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Dunnavant CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Highland Lakes CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35147. • 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.