ZIP Code 35953, Alabama
ZIP Code 35953 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35953 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in St. Clair County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,083. The land area covers 128.86 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,083 | ±813 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.8 yrs | ±4.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,696 | ±289 | 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 | 3,354 | ±319 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,696 | ±289 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 658 | ±260 |
| Median Home Value | $201,700 | ±$21,759 |
| Median Gross Rent | $761 | ±$269 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,750 | ±$6,611 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,695 | ±$8,209 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 727 | ±325 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,166 | ±508 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.5% | ±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: 96,927 (2024)
ID: 184282
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
165 5TH ST, STE 100, ASHVILLE AL 35953
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Gadsden, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Oneonta, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Ashville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Ashville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Attalla, AL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Gadsden, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Attalla, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lincoln, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Anniston, 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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Gadsden State Community College
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College | 16.5 mi away | 1001 George Wallace Dr, Gadsden, AL, 35903 |
2565498200
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RAGLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 26 PROVIDENCE ROAD, RAGLAND, AL, 35131 |
(205) 472-2007
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Jacksonville State University
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College | 23.4 mi away | 700 Pelham Road North, Jacksonville, AL, 36265 |
2567825781
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MCCAIN MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 35717 US HWY 231, ASHVILLE, AL, 35953 |
(205) 594-7954
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OHATCHEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 7803 ALABAMA HIGHWAY 77, OHATCHEE, AL, 36271 |
(256) 892-4203
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STEELE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 78 HILLVIEW STREET, STEELE, AL, 35987 |
(256) 538-0811
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SOUTHSIDE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 2138 HIGHWAY 77, SOUTHSIDE, AL, 35907 |
(256) 442-6217
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RAINBOW CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 3702 RAINBOW DRIVE, RAINBOW CITY, AL, 35906 |
(256) 442-8477
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LINCOLN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 47475 US HWY 78, LINCOLN, AL, 35096 |
(205) 763-4080
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ODENVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 200 ALABAMA STREET, ODENVILLE, AL, 35120 |
(205) 629-5901
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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 ONEONTA, AL US, located 16.4 miles from ZCTA5 35953. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.2° | 32.9° | 43.1° | 5.49" | — |
| February | 57.3° | 35.4° | 46.3° | 5.51" | — |
| March | 66.0° | 42.4° | 54.2° | 5.09" | — |
| April | 73.8° | 49.5° | 61.6° | 5.64" | — |
| May | 80.8° | 58.7° | 69.8° | 4.19" | — |
| June | 87.3° | 66.9° | 77.1° | 5.24" | — |
| July | 90.9° | 70.4° | 80.7° | 5.04" | — |
| August | 89.8° | 69.5° | 79.6° | 3.61" | — |
| September | 84.9° | 62.7° | 73.8° | 4.09" | — |
| October | 75.0° | 51.4° | 63.2° | 3.40" | — |
| November | 64.2° | 41.2° | 52.7° | 4.23" | — |
| December | 55.4° | 35.4° | 45.4° | 5.84" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ragland town | Town | 4.7 mi | — |
| Ashville city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Ohatchee town | Town | 8.4 mi | — |
| Steele town | Town | 9.2 mi | — |
| Rainbow City city | City | 9.7 mi | — |
| Southside city | City | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35953. • 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.