| ZIP Code | 35010 |
|---|---|
| City | Alexander City |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Tallapoosa County |
| Area Code | 256 |
| Elevation | 550 ft |
| Latitude | 32.916719 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.940589 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 01123 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 18.2% ▲ 82% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.0% ▼ 23% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.1% ▲ 66% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 216 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,545 (36.9%) |
| Some College | 1,794 (14.6%) |
| Associates | 2,068 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,237 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,462 (20%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,744 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,500 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $702/mo ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,648 |
| Vacant Units | 2,546 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,648 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,546 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
ZIP code 35010 is located in Alexander City, Alabama, within Tallapoosa County. With a population of 19,619, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.7 years. Economically, 35010 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,744 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 35010 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $129,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $702 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 35010 is majority White (59.44%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.2%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 35010 stands at 8.1%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 35010 in Alexander City, AL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,619 residents, a median household income of $48,744, and a median home value of $129,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alabama.