| ZIP Code | 35064 |
|---|---|
| City | Fairfield |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Area Code | 205/659 |
| Elevation | 543 ft |
| Latitude | 33.474825 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.919575 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 01073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.3 yrs ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 27.5% ▲ 175% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 28 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,914 (32.8%) |
| Some College | 796 (13.7%) |
| Associates | 985 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 670 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,438 (24.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,581 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $119,900 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $997/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,776 |
| Vacant Units | 1,008 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,776 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,008 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 35064 is located in Fairfield, Alabama, within Jefferson County. With a population of 9,929, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.3 years. Economically, 35064 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,581 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 35064 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $119,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $997 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.0%) and renters (41.0%). Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 35064 is primarily Black (90.81%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 27.5%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 35064 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 35064 in Fairfield, AL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 9,929 residents, a median household income of $48,581, and a median home value of $119,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alabama.