ZIP Code 35188, Alabama
ZIP Code 35188 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35188 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bibb County / Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,678. The land area covers 25.00 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,678 | ±433 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 906 | ±133 | 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 | 1,164 | ±181 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 906 | ±133 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 258 | ±157 |
| Median Home Value | $209,300 | ±$19,267 |
| Median Gross Rent | $940 | ±$596 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,438 | ±$6,671 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,174 | ±$3,525 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% | ±8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 388 | ±221 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.4% | ±8.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,186 | ±236 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.5% | ±5.9% |
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 BIBB
GUS Population: 22,258 (2024)
ID: 183723
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
157 SW DAVIDSON DR, CENTREVILLE AL 35042-2277
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Bessemer, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bessemer, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bessemer, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | West Blocton, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Brookwood, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brookwood, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Vance, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | Bessemer, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bessemer, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bessemer, 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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University of Montevallo
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College | 18.4 mi away | Station 6001, Montevallo, AL, 35115-6000 |
2056656155
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WOODSTOCK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 18441 EASTERN VALLEY ROAD, WOODSTOCK, AL, 35074 |
(205) 938-0008
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Brown Beauty Barber School
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College Vocational | 20.3 mi away | 1724 1st Avenue North, Bessemer, AL, 35020-5016 |
2054244247
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WEST BLOCTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 109 FLORIDA STREET, WEST BLOCTON, AL, 35184 |
(205) 938-3570
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University of Alabama System Office
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College | 20.8 mi away | 500 University Blvd. East, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401 |
2053485122
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BRENT - CENTREVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 20 LIBRARY STREET, CENTREVILLE, AL, 35042 |
(205) 926-4736
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The University of Alabama
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College | 21.8 mi away | 739 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35487-0100 |
2053486010
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PARNELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 277 PARK DRIVE, MONTEVALLO, AL, 35115 |
(205) 667-3052
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University Academy of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 22.4 mi away | 2204 Greensboro Avenue, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401-5621 |
20533373731
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BESSEMER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 400 19TH STREET N, BESSEMER, AL, 35020 |
(205) 428-7882
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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 18.2 miles from ZCTA5 35188. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vance city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Woodstock town | Town | 3.5 mi | — |
| West Blocton town | Town | 4.5 mi | — |
| Lake View city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Coaling city | City | 10.2 mi | — |
| Brookwood city | City | 10.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35188. • 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.