ZIP Code 35978, Alabama
ZIP Code 35978 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 35978 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in DeKalb County / Jackson County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,580. The land area covers 69.36 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,580 | ±835 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39 yrs | ±4.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,982 | ±202 | 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 | 2,296 | ±239 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,982 | ±202 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 314 | ±129 |
| Median Home Value | $137,100 | ±$31,077 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,041 | ±$254 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $55,509 | ±$4,789 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,855 | ±$6,259 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.1% | ±9.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,123 | ±545 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,190 | ±360 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87% | ±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: 73,122 (2024)
ID: 207499
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
111 GRAND AVE SW, STE 200, FORT PAYNE AL 35967-1991
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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 | 09-12 | Trenton, GA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | Rainsville, AL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | Rainsville, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Dutton, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Flat Rock, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fort Payne, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fort Payne, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Fyffe, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Henagar, 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 | 12.5 mi away | 138 Highway 35, Rainsville, AL, 35986 |
25663844182201
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R.L. HADDEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 17163 ALABAMA 75, HENAGAR, AL, 35978 |
(256) 657-1380
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IDER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 10808 AL HWY 75, IDER, AL, 35981 |
(256) 657-2170
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MOON LAKE LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 4607 AL HIGHWAY 117, MENTONE, AL, 35984 |
(256) 634-2127
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DUTTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 23 MAIN STREET, DUTTON, AL, 35744 |
(256) 228-4090
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RAINSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 941 EAST MAIN STREET, RAINSVILLE, AL, 35986 |
(256) 638-3311
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FORT PAYNE - DEKALB COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 504 GRAND AVENUE NW, FORT PAYNE, AL, 35967 |
(256) 845-2671
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STEVENSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 102 WEST MAIN STREET, STEVENSON, AL, 35772 |
(256) 437-3008
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SCOTTSBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 1002 SOUTH BROAD STREET, SCOTTSBORO, AL, 35768 |
(256) 574-4335
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DADE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 102 COURT STREET, TRENTON, GA, 30752 |
(706) 657-7857
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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 VALLEY HEAD 1 SSW, AL US, located 8.7 miles from ZCTA5 35978. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.9° | 29.8° | 39.9° | 4.69" | — |
| February | 54.7° | 32.3° | 43.5° | 5.36" | — |
| March | 62.3° | 38.7° | 50.5° | 5.15" | — |
| April | 70.9° | 45.6° | 58.3° | 5.06" | — |
| May | 77.6° | 54.0° | 65.8° | 4.42" | — |
| June | 84.1° | 62.5° | 73.3° | 4.83" | — |
| July | 86.9° | 66.3° | 76.6° | 5.16" | — |
| August | 86.5° | 66.1° | 76.3° | 3.53" | — |
| September | 81.2° | 59.4° | 70.3° | 4.45" | — |
| October | 71.7° | 47.5° | 59.6° | 3.55" | — |
| November | 61.1° | 36.9° | 49.0° | 4.45" | — |
| December | 52.9° | 32.5° | 42.7° | 5.52" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henagar city | City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Ider town | Town | 5.1 mi | — |
| Pisgah town | Town | 7.0 mi | — |
| Sylvania town | Town | 7.4 mi | — |
| Hammondville town | Town | 7.7 mi | — |
| Valley Head town | Town | 8.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 35978. • 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.