ZIP Code 35461, Alabama
ZIP Code 35461 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35461 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Pickens County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,017. The land area covers 127.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,017 | ±315 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.2 yrs | ±7.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 889 | ±184 | 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 | 1,092 | ±169 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 889 | ±184 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 203 | ±93 |
| Median Home Value | $174,400 | ±$46,007 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $47,375 | ±$19,114 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,853 | ±$5,746 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.9% | ±6.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 220 | ±142 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.9% | ±5.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 787 | ±211 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.5% | ±8.8% |
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 PICKENS
GUS Population: 18,508 (2024)
ID: 100015
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PROBATE JUDGE
PO BOX 370, CARROLLTON AL 35447-0370
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | COLUMBUS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Columbus, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Columbus, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbus, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbus, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbus, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | COLUMBUS, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | Columbus, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | COLUMBUS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 11-12 | COLUMBUS, MS |
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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Mississippi University for Women
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College | 12.9 mi away | 1100 College Street, Columbus, MS, 39701 |
6623294750
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REFORM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 302 FIRST STREET SOUTH, REFORM, AL, 35481 |
(205) 375-6240
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MILLPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 920 BLACK STREET, MILLPORT, AL, 35576 |
(205) 662-4286
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PICKENS COUNTY COOPERATIVE LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 155 REFORM STREET, CARROLLTON, AL, 35447 |
(205) 367-8407
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CARROLLTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 225 COMMERCE AVENUE, CARROLLTON, AL, 35447 |
(205) 367-2142
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COLUMBUS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 314 NORTH 7TH STREET, COLUMBUS, MS, 39701 |
(662) 329-5300
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KENNEDY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 17885 HIGHWAY 96, KENNEDY, AL, 35574 |
(205) 596-3670
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GORDO - RUTH HOLLIMAN MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 287 MAIN STREET SOUTH, GORDO, AL, 35466 |
(205) 364-7148
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CALEDONIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 754 MAIN STREET, CALEDONIA, MS, 39740 |
(662) 356-6384
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ALICEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 416 THIRD AVENUE NE, ALICEVILLE, AL, 35442 |
(205) 373-6691
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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 COLUMBUS, MS US, located 10.5 miles from ZCTA5 35461. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.8° | 35.8° | 45.8° | 5.45" | 0.2" |
| February | 61.2° | 39.2° | 50.2° | 5.69" | 0.2" |
| March | 69.7° | 46.3° | 58.0° | 5.32" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.6° | 53.3° | 65.5° | 5.81" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.9° | 61.5° | 73.2° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.9° | 69.4° | 80.2° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.8° | 72.7° | 83.2° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.4° | 71.9° | 82.6° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.4° | 65.6° | 77.0° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.3° | 54.0° | 66.2° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| November | 66.5° | 42.7° | 54.6° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| December | 58.1° | 38.1° | 48.1° | 5.59" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethelsville town | Town | 0.3 mi | — |
| Macedonia CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| New Hope CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Reform town | Town | 11.6 mi | — |
| Millport town | Town | 12.2 mi | — |
| Carrollton town | Town | 12.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35461. • 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.