ZIP Code 35555, Alabama
ZIP Code 35555 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35555 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fayette County / Lamar County / Pickens County / Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,271. The land area covers 326.84 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,271 | ±566 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,625 | ±276 | 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 | 4,764 | ±275 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,625 | ±276 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,139 | ±238 |
| Median Home Value | $119,300 | ±$13,287 |
| Median Gross Rent | $683 | ±$92 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $47,020 | ±$8,833 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,079 | ±$5,436 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.7% | ±4.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,408 | ±465 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.4% | ±5.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,438 | ±415 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.6% | ±3.4% |
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 FAYETTE
GUS Population: 15,863 (2024)
ID: 194424
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
103 1ST AVE NW, FAYETTE AL 35555-2684
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Berry, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Berry, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fayette, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Fayette, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Fayette, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Fayette, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Northport, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Northport, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Millport, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Northport, AL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAYETTE COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 326 TEMPLE AVENUE NORTH, FAYETTE, AL, 35555 |
(205) 932-6625
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KENNEDY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 17885 HIGHWAY 96, KENNEDY, AL, 35574 |
(205) 596-3670
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MILLPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 920 BLACK STREET, MILLPORT, AL, 35576 |
(205) 662-4286
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VERNON - MARY WALLACE COBB MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 110 FIRST AVENUE WEST, VERNON, AL, 35592 |
(205) 695-6123
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NORTHWEST REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 185 ASHWOOD DRIVE, WINFIELD, AL, 35594 |
(205) 487-2330
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WINFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 185 ASHWOOD DRIVE, WINFIELD, AL, 35594 |
(205) 487-2484
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GUIN - MCHS COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 8115 U.S. HIGHWAY 43, GUIN, AL, 35563 |
(205) 468-2544
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CARBON HILL CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 215 NW 2ND STREET, CARBON HILL, AL, 35549 |
(205) 924-4254
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REFORM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.2 mi away | 302 FIRST STREET SOUTH, REFORM, AL, 35481 |
(205) 375-6240
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SULLIGENT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 514 ELM STREET, SULLIGENT, AL, 35586 |
(205) 698-8631
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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 FAYETTE, AL US, located 2.7 miles from ZCTA5 35555. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.6° | 34.4° | 44.5° | 5.45" | 0.2" |
| February | 59.3° | 37.2° | 48.3° | 5.45" | 0.0" |
| March | 67.9° | 43.1° | 55.5° | 5.30" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.8° | 50.0° | 62.9° | 5.81" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.8° | 58.9° | 70.8° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.1° | 67.0° | 78.0° | 5.20" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.8° | 70.7° | 81.3° | 4.88" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.9° | 69.2° | 80.0° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.5° | 63.3° | 74.9° | 3.33" | 0.0" |
| October | 76.5° | 51.3° | 63.9° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.2° | 40.9° | 53.0° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.1° | 36.5° | 46.8° | 5.73" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayette city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Belk town | Town | 6.2 mi | — |
| Kennedy town | Town | 11.3 mi | — |
| Berry town | Town | 12.3 mi | — |
| Glen Allen town | Town | 16.1 mi | — |
| Millport town | Town | 16.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35555. • 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.