35579 ZIP Code – Oakman, Alabama
35579 is a ZIP code serving Oakman, Alabama in Walker County with a population of approximately 3,552 residents. The median household income is $43,693 — below the Alabama average and well below the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $102,100, well below the national average, with 86.6% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $544 is well below the national average. Housing consists of 62% single-family (decreasing).
At 4.5%, the unemployment rate is near the national figure. An estimated 14.8% of the population falls below the poverty line, near the national figure. 12.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the U.S. average. The population has a median age of 42.3, near the national median. Nearby ZIP codes include 35580, 35546, 35130.
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ZIP 35579 vs. Alabama vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 35579 | AL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,552 | 7,880 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $43k | $56k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $102k | $155k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $544 | $849 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 42.3 | 42.1 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | 5.7% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% | 17.6% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 12.3% | 19.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 35580 – Parrish
- 35546 – Berry
- 35130 – Quinton
- 35550 – Cordova
- 35587 – Townley
- 35501 – Jasper
- 35006 – Adger
- 35118 – Mulga
- 35549 – Carbon Hill
- 35023 – Bessemer
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35580 | PARRISH | 3,748 | $55,875 |
| 35546 | BERRY | 4,065 | $59,604 |
| 35130 | QUINTON | 3,171 | $46,000 |
| 35550 | CORDOVA | 5,288 | $44,516 |
| 35587 | TOWNLEY | 734 | $40,288 |