ZIP Code 35172, Alabama
ZIP Code 35172 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35172 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Blount County / Jefferson County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,703. The land area covers 29.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,703 | ±521 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs | ±9.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,088 | ±209 | 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 | 1,241 | ±195 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,088 | ±209 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 153 | ±98 |
| Median Home Value | $126,300 | ±$23,806 |
| Median Gross Rent | $823 | ±$188 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $39,844 | ±$9,633 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,057 | ±$5,759 |
| Poverty Rate | 23% | ±10.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 621 | ±314 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,310 | ±378 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78% | ±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: 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 | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | Cleveland, AL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | Cleveland, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Gardendale, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Graysville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Morris, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Birmingham, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Trussville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Birmingham, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Center Point, 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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Jefferson State Community College
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College | 13.3 mi away | 2601 Carson Rd, Birmingham, AL, 35215-3098 |
2058531200
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WARRIOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 101 FIRST STREET, WARRIOR, AL, 35180 |
(205) 647-3006
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George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville
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College | 16.5 mi away | 801 Main St NW, Hanceville, AL, 35077-2000 |
2563528000
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PINSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 4509 PINSON BOULEVARD, PINSON, AL, 35126 |
(205) 680-9298
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Strayer University-Alabama
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College | 23.8 mi away | 2 20th Street North, #150, Birmingham, AL, 35203 |
8774557180
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CULLMAN PUBLIC LIBARY - GARDEN CITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 501 FIRST AVENUE S, GARDEN CITY, AL, 35070 |
(256) 352-4552
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
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College | 24.2 mi away | Administration Bldg Suite 1070, Birmingham, AL, 35294-0110 |
2059344011
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CULLMAN COUNTY PUBLIC - COLONY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 151 BYARS ROAD, HANCEVILLE, AL, 35072 |
(256) 287-1573
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CENTER POINT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 533 SUNHILL ROAD, CENTER POINT, AL, 35215 |
(205) 536-7750
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SPRINGVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 6315 U.S. HIGHWAY 11, SPRINGVILLE, AL, 35146 |
(205) 467-2339
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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 PINSON, AL US, located 10.7 miles from ZCTA5 35172. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.5° | 31.0° | 42.3° | 5.11" | 0.2" |
| February | 58.3° | 34.3° | 46.3° | 5.39" | 0.3" |
| March | 66.6° | 40.9° | 53.8° | 5.71" | 0.8" |
| April | 74.9° | 47.5° | 61.2° | 5.04" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.5° | 56.4° | 68.9° | 4.77" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.5° | 64.5° | 76.0° | 4.58" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.2° | 68.4° | 79.3° | 4.98" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.7° | 67.8° | 78.8° | 4.45" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.2° | 61.4° | 73.3° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| October | 75.0° | 49.7° | 62.4° | 3.28" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.0° | 38.7° | 51.3° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| December | 55.7° | 33.8° | 44.7° | 5.11" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Line town | Town | 2.1 mi | — |
| Locust Fork town | Town | 3.5 mi | — |
| Trafford town | Town | 3.5 mi | — |
| Hayden town | Town | 4.4 mi | — |
| Remlap CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Warrior city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35172. • 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.