ZIP Code 35803, Alabama
ZIP Code 35803 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35803 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Madison County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 29,197. The land area covers 49.22 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 29,197 | ±1,415 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,661 | ±655 | 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 | 13,429 | ±641 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,661 | ±655 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 768 | ±250 |
| Median Home Value | $294,200 | ±$10,410 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,309 | ±$113 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $100,846 | ±$5,892 |
| Per Capita Income | $56,110 | ±$3,854 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.1% | ±1.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,762 | ±425 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,872 | ±905 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.9% | ±1.5% |
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: 423,355 (2024)
ID: 160531
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
100 NORTHSIDE SQ, RM 700, HUNTSVILLE AL 35801-8815
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Huntsville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Huntsville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Huntsville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Huntsville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Somerville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Huntsville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Huntsville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Madison, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Guntersville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Guntersville, 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 Alabama in Huntsville
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College | 13.1 mi away | 301 Sparkman Dr, Huntsville, AL, 35899 |
2568246120
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SOUTH HUNTSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 7901-L BAILEY COVE ROAD, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35802 |
(256) 881-0257
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Huntsville Bible College
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College | 13.6 mi away | 906 Oakwood Ave, Huntsville, AL, 35811 |
2564697536
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HUNTSVILLE PUBLIC - NEW HOPE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 5398 MAIN DRIVE, NEW HOPE, AL, 35760 |
(256) 723-2995
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The Salon Professional Academy-Huntsville
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College Vocational | 14.3 mi away | 4925 University Drive, Suite 134, Huntsville, AL, 35816 |
2567216772
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HUNTSVILLE - MADISON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 915 MONROE STREET, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35804 |
(256) 532-5950
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Ross Medical Education Center-Huntsville
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College Vocational | 14.5 mi away | 930 Old Monrovia Road NW, Suite 9, Huntsville, AL, 35806-2509 |
2564309740
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HUNTSVILLE - MADISON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 915 MONROE STREET, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35804 |
(256) 532-5940
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J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College
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College | 14.8 mi away | 3421 Meridian St N, Huntsville, AL, 35811 |
2565398161
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HUNTSVILLE PUBLIC - TRIANA BRANCH
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 357 RECORD ROAD, MADISON, AL, 35756 |
(256) 772-9943
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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 OWENS CROSS ROADS 3S, AL US, located 4.3 miles from ZCTA5 35803. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.3° | 29.6° | 39.9° | 5.93" | — |
| February | 54.7° | 32.1° | 43.4° | 5.52" | — |
| March | 62.8° | 38.7° | 50.8° | 5.53" | — |
| April | 71.4° | 46.2° | 58.8° | 5.08" | — |
| May | 78.4° | 55.8° | 67.1° | 4.91" | — |
| June | 85.5° | 63.8° | 74.7° | 4.52" | — |
| July | 88.1° | 68.2° | 78.2° | 4.20" | — |
| August | 88.3° | 66.5° | 77.4° | 3.73" | — |
| September | 83.6° | 59.4° | 71.5° | 4.22" | — |
| October | 73.7° | 47.4° | 60.5° | 3.71" | — |
| November | 61.8° | 36.5° | 49.2° | 4.55" | — |
| December | 53.1° | 32.1° | 42.6° | 6.20" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owens Cross Roads city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| New Hope city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Cherokee Ridge town | Town | 10.1 mi | — |
| Redstone Arsenal CDP | CDP | 10.8 mi | — |
| Union Grove town | Town | 11.5 mi | — |
| Gurley town | Town | 12.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35803. • 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.