ZIP Code 35020 — Bessemer, AL

Jefferson | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 35020 in Bessemer, AL has a population of 24,892 with a median household income of $35,362 and a median home value of $91,200 . The cost of living index is 49.7 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
24,892
Median Age
40.60
Male
11,682
Female
13,210

Race & Ethnicity

White
11.5%
Black
70.8%
Hispanic
16.5%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.4%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
7.0%
Other
10.4%

Income

Median Household
$35,362
Mean Household
$48,066
Per Capita
$20,401
Below Poverty
31.5%

Housing

Median Home Value
$91,200
Median Rent
$904
Total Units
12,291
Occupied
10,211
Owner Occupied
59.4%
Renter Occupied
40.6%
Median Year Built
1958
Vacant
2,080

Education

High School or Higher 82.3%
Bachelor's or Higher 10.2%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
9,443
Unemployment
7.7%
Drive Alone
77.6%
Public Transit
0.9%
Work from Home
4.0%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

49.7
National average = 100. Below average by 50.3%.

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1.7 mi
35064
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3.2 mi
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Birmingham
3.9 mi
35023
Hueytown
4.1 mi
35061
Dolomite
4.4 mi
35226
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4.4 mi
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4.5 mi
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5.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 35020?

ZIP code 35020 (Bessemer, AL) has a total population of 24,892 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 35020?

The median household income in ZIP code 35020 is $35,362 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 35020 in?

ZIP code 35020 is primarily located in Bessemer, Alabama (AL).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 35020?

The median home value in ZIP code 35020 is $91,200, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 35020?

The median age in ZIP code 35020 is 40.60 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.