ZIP Code 35961, Alabama
ZIP Code 35961 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35961 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cherokee County / DeKalb County / Etowah County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,879. The land area covers 118.00 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,879 | ±891 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs | ±6.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,098 | ±287 | 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 | 2,669 | ±290 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,098 | ±287 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 571 | ±186 |
| Median Home Value | $100,200 | ±$31,482 |
| Median Gross Rent | $621 | ±$77 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $46,224 | ±$5,951 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,109 | ±$3,421 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.8% | ±6.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 953 | ±385 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.1% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,566 | ±446 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.7% | ±5.8% |
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 CHEROKEE
GUS Population: 26,138 (2024)
ID: 122486
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
260 CEDAR BLUFF RD, STE 103, CENTRE AL 35960-1433
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Fort Payne, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Cedar Bluff, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Centre, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Centre, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | Centre, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Centre, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Collinsville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Crossville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Crossville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | Crossville, 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 | 17.1 mi away | 138 Highway 35, Rainsville, AL, 35986 |
25663844182201
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COLLINSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 151 MAIN STREET, COLLINSVILLE, AL, 35961 |
(256) 524-2323
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Snead State Community College
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College | 19.8 mi away | 102 Elder Street, Boaz, AL, 35957-0734 |
2565935120
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CROSSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 12 LIBRARY LANE, CROSSVILLE, AL, 35962 |
(256) 528-2628
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New Beginning College of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 20.1 mi away | 421 Martling Road, Albertville, AL, 35951 |
2568786430
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GERALDINE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 13543 ALABAMA HIGHWAY 227, GERALDINE, AL, 35974 |
(256) 659-6663
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Gadsden State Community College
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College | 23.0 mi away | 1001 George Wallace Dr, Gadsden, AL, 35903 |
2565498200
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FORT PAYNE - DEKALB COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 504 GRAND AVENUE NW, FORT PAYNE, AL, 35967 |
(256) 845-2671
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RAINSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 941 EAST MAIN STREET, RAINSVILLE, AL, 35986 |
(256) 638-3311
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CHEROKEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 310 MARY STREET, CENTRE, AL, 35960 |
(256) 927-5838
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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 GADSDEN 19 N, AL US, located 6.8 miles from ZCTA5 35961. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.5° | 31.1° | 40.3° | 5.47" | — |
| February | 53.9° | 33.9° | 43.9° | 4.95" | — |
| March | 61.4° | 40.8° | 51.1° | 5.55" | — |
| April | 69.7° | 47.6° | 58.6° | 5.18" | — |
| May | 77.0° | 55.2° | 66.1° | 4.26" | — |
| June | 83.7° | 62.7° | 73.2° | 4.82" | — |
| July | 86.5° | 66.7° | 76.6° | 4.22" | — |
| August | 86.0° | 65.7° | 75.9° | 3.93" | — |
| September | 81.4° | 59.3° | 70.3° | 4.48" | — |
| October | 71.4° | 48.2° | 59.8° | 3.88" | — |
| November | 60.6° | 38.1° | 49.4° | 4.76" | — |
| December | 52.2° | 33.7° | 43.0° | 6.13" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collinsville city | City | 2.8 mi | — |
| Sand Rock town | Town | 6.6 mi | — |
| Crossville town | Town | 8.9 mi | — |
| Leesburg town | Town | 9.5 mi | — |
| Lakeview town | Town | 9.6 mi | — |
| Geraldine town | Town | 9.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35961. • 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.