ZIP Code 35579, Alabama
ZIP Code 35579 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35579 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Tuscaloosa County / Walker County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,916. The land area covers 157.38 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,916 | ±559 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs | ±8.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,185 | ±216 | 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 | 1,445 | ±219 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,185 | ±216 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 260 | ±102 |
| Median Home Value | $110,800 | ±$24,053 |
| Median Gross Rent | $450 | ±$235 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $46,968 | ±$4,123 |
| Per Capita Income | $23,974 | ±$3,031 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% | ±9.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 496 | ±288 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | ±4.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 882 | ±187 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87% | ±9.5% |
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: 241,212 (2024)
ID: 160542
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 20113, TUSCALOOSA AL 35402-0113
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Cordova, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Cordova, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Cordova, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Jasper, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Jasper, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Jasper, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bessemer, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Bessemer, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Oakman, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Oakman, AL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bevill State Community College
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College | 15.1 mi away | 1411 Indiana Avenue, Jasper, AL, 35501 |
2053870511
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CARL ELLIOTT REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 98 18TH STREET EAST, JASPER, AL, 35501 |
(205) 221-2584
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JASPER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 98 EAST 18TH STREET, JASPER, AL, 35501 |
(205) 221-8512
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SUMITON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 416 STATE STREET, SUMITON, AL, 35148 |
(205) 648-7451
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GRAYSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 315 SOUTH MAIN STREET, GRAYSVILLE, AL, 35073 |
(205) 674-3040
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CARBON HILL CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 215 NW 2ND STREET, CARBON HILL, AL, 35549 |
(205) 924-4254
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ADAMSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.8 mi away | 4825 MAIN STREET, ADAMSVILLE, AL, 35005 |
(205) 674-3399
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PLEASANT GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 501 PARK ROAD, PLEASANT GROVE, AL, 35127 |
(205) 744-1742
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HUEYTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.8 mi away | 1372 HUEYTOWN ROAD, HUEYTOWN, AL, 35023 |
(205) 491-1443
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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 BANKHEAD L&D, AL US, located 12.0 miles from ZCTA5 35579. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.4° | 33.6° | 44.0° | 6.15" | 0.4" |
| February | 58.8° | 37.0° | 47.9° | 5.86" | 0.0" |
| March | 66.8° | 43.4° | 55.1° | 5.83" | 0.0" |
| April | 74.7° | 50.5° | 62.6° | 5.40" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.9° | 59.4° | 70.7° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.5° | 68.0° | 78.2° | 5.16" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.2° | 71.2° | 81.2° | 5.32" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.7° | 70.3° | 80.5° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.3° | 64.4° | 75.3° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| October | 76.6° | 52.6° | 64.6° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.4° | 41.7° | 53.5° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| December | 56.9° | 36.6° | 46.7° | 5.71" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakman town | Town | 7.0 mi | — |
| Parrish town | Town | 8.0 mi | — |
| Cordova town | Town | 12.1 mi | — |
| Dora city | City | 16.0 mi | — |
| Jasper city | City | 16.0 mi | — |
| Berry town | Town | 16.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35579. • 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.