ZIP Code 35768, Alabama
ZIP Code 35768 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35768 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jackson County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,370. The land area covers 172.29 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,370 | ±957 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,049 | ±387 | 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 | 5,559 | ±389 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,049 | ±387 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 510 | ±183 |
| Median Home Value | $157,900 | ±$9,869 |
| Median Gross Rent | $850 | ±$90 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,959 | ±$5,751 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,495 | ±$2,753 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.3% | ±5.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,548 | ±676 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.4% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,906 | ±483 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.1% | ±3.6% |
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: 53,780 (2024)
ID: 100010
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
102 E LAUREL ST, STE 47, SCOTTSBORO AL 35768-1852
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 01-03 | Scottsboro, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Scottsboro, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Dutton, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Hollywood, AL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | Hollywood, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | Hollywood, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Pisgah, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Scottsboro, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Scottsboro, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Section, 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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Northeast Alabama Community College
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College | 19.7 mi away | 138 Highway 35, Rainsville, AL, 35986 |
25663844182201
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SCOTTSBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 1002 SOUTH BROAD STREET, SCOTTSBORO, AL, 35768 |
(256) 574-4335
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WOODVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 26 VENSON STREET, WOODVILLE, AL, 35776 |
(256) 776-2796
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DUTTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 23 MAIN STREET, DUTTON, AL, 35744 |
(256) 228-4090
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STEVENSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 102 WEST MAIN STREET, STEVENSON, AL, 35772 |
(256) 437-3008
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GURLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 225 WALKER STREET, GURLEY, AL, 35748 |
(256) 776-2102
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GRANT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 5379 MAIN STREET, GRANT, AL, 35747 |
(256) 728-5128
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R.L. HADDEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.9 mi away | 17163 ALABAMA 75, HENAGAR, AL, 35978 |
(256) 657-1380
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HUNTSVILLE PUBLIC - NEW HOPE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 5398 MAIN DRIVE, NEW HOPE, AL, 35760 |
(256) 723-2995
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BRIDGEPORT - LENA CAGLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.8 mi away | 401 ALABAMA AVENUE, BRIDGEPORT, AL, 35740 |
(256) 495-2259
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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 SCOTTSBORO, AL US, located 8.1 miles from ZCTA5 35768. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.4° | 29.2° | 39.8° | 6.07" | 0.1" |
| February | 54.8° | 31.9° | 43.3° | 5.72" | 0.6" |
| March | 63.3° | 38.6° | 51.0° | 5.69" | 0.5" |
| April | 72.1° | 46.0° | 59.1° | 5.04" | 0.0" |
| May | 79.5° | 55.4° | 67.4° | 4.55" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.4° | 64.0° | 75.2° | 4.62" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.1° | 67.7° | 78.4° | 5.17" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.1° | 66.5° | 77.8° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.4° | 59.8° | 72.1° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.3° | 47.5° | 60.9° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.6° | 37.0° | 49.8° | 4.76" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.5° | 32.0° | 42.8° | 6.20" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyline town | Town | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pleasant Groves town | Town | 6.3 mi | — |
| Hytop town | Town | 7.8 mi | — |
| Hollywood town | Town | 9.0 mi | — |
| Scottsboro city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
| Woodville town | Town | 14.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35768. • 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.