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Bessemer, AL Demographics & ZIP Codes
Bessemer, Alabama demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Jefferson County) — 2 ZIP codes — population 49,297 — median income $56,166 — avg. home value $166,100. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Population
49,297
Median household income (avg.)
$56,166
75% of U.S. median
Average home value
$166,100
48% of U.S. median
Average rent
$678
58% of U.S. median
Median age (avg.)
42.0
Bessemer demographics
Bessemer, Alabama covers 2 ZIP codes primarily in Jefferson County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 49,297.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 42.0 years.
Median household income in Bessemer
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Bessemer, Alabama is about $56,166 — about 5% below the AL ZIP average ($59,002), and about 25% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 35022 is near the top at about $79,084, while 35020 is near the bottom at about $33,247.
Housing in Bessemer
For housing in Bessemer, Alabama, the average median home value is about $166,100 and the average median rent is about $678.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 35020 (about 25,308 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Bessemer
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35020 | Bessemer | Jefferson County | AL | 25,308 | $33,247 | $90,900 |
| 35022 | Bessemer | Jefferson County | AL | 23,989 | $79,084 | $241,300 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Bessemer?
Bessemer, Alabama has a combined ZIP-area population of about 49,297 across 2 ZIP codes (primarily Jefferson County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Bessemer?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Bessemer, Alabama is about $56,166, about 5% below the state ZIP average ($59,002), and about 25% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $166,100. Among ZIPs with data, 35022 is near the top ($79,084) and 35020 is near the bottom ($33,247).
How many ZIP codes are in Bessemer?
Bessemer, Alabama includes 2 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Bessemer?
This page lists ZIP codes in Bessemer, Alabama with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.