Reform ZIP Code List — Pickens County, AL

There is one unique ZIP code in Reform, Alabama and it is 35481. Area code: 205.

ZIP codes

110.59

sq mi land

0.43

sq mi water

205

area code

Reform, AL ZIP code map

About Reform, AL

Reform is a small city located in Pickens County in the west-central region of Alabama. Served by a single ZIP code, 35481, the community offers a quiet, rural lifestyle that reflects the character of small-town Alabama. Reform sits within the rolling hills and forested landscapes that define much of western Alabama, making it a peaceful destination for those seeking a slower pace of life.

Location & geography

Reform is situated in Pickens County in west-central Alabama, positioned near the Mississippi border and within driving distance of larger regional hubs such as Tuscaloosa to the east and Columbus, Mississippi to the west. The city covers a total land area of 110.59 square miles and a water area of 0.43 square miles, with the modest water coverage reflecting the small creeks and streams that wind through the surrounding countryside. The terrain is characterized by gently rolling hills, dense forests, and fertile lowlands typical of the Appalachian foothills transition zone of western Alabama.

Community & economy

Reform embodies the tight-knit, close-community spirit found throughout rural Pickens County, where neighbors know one another and local institutions such as churches and schools serve as the backbone of daily life. The local economy is rooted in agriculture, timber, and small businesses that support the surrounding rural population. Daily life in Reform centers on family, faith, and the outdoors, with residents enjoying access to hunting, fishing, and the natural landscapes that surround the city.

Transportation

Reform is accessible primarily via U.S. Highway 82, a major east-west corridor that connects the community to Tuscaloosa to the east and Meridian, Mississippi to the west. Alabama State Route 17 also passes through the area, providing additional north-south connectivity within Pickens County. The nearest commercial airport serving the Reform area is the Tuscaloosa Regional Airport, located approximately 40 miles to the east, while Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport offers broader flight options roughly 80 miles away.

History

Reform was established as a small agricultural community in Pickens County during the 19th century, with the town's name reflecting the spirit of civic improvement and renewal common among early Alabama settlements. The area's economy historically depended on cotton farming, timber harvesting, and small-scale commerce that supported the surrounding rural population. Like many communities in west Alabama, Reform experienced the broader economic transitions of the 20th century, gradually shifting from its purely agrarian roots while maintaining its character as a rural county seat community.

Did you know?

Despite its small size, Reform serves as one of the recognized communities within Pickens County, a county known for its rich Native American heritage and its location along the historic Tombigbee River watershed region. The vast land area of over 110 square miles relative to its modest population makes Reform one of the more spaciously distributed communities in western Alabama, offering residents an unusually generous ratio of open land per capita.

ZIP codes for Reform, AL (1)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
35481	Reform	Pickens	View map

Demographics & statistics

3,171

Population

40.4

Median age

$43,950

Median household income

$23,505

Per capita income

$93,600

Median home value

$436

Median monthly rent

64.9%

Home ownership

22.5%

Poverty rate

2.1%

Unemployment

1,060

Housing units

9.4%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

130

Under 5

137

5–9

10–14

123

15–19

130

117

20–24

124

209

25–34

221

35–44

205

45–54

217

126

55–59

134

111

60–64

117

190

65–74

201

75–84

85+

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	667	21.0%
18 and over	2,504	79.0%
65 and over	611	19.3%
Median age	40.4 years

Race & ethnicity

Black or African American 49.5%

White 44.1%

Two or more races 4.2%

Hispanic or Latino 1.4%

Other race 0.8%

Group	Count	%
Black or African American	1,592	49.5%
White	1,418	44.1%
Two or more races	135	4.2%
Hispanic or Latino	45	1.4%
Other race	26	0.8%

Household income

Under $10k 6.1%

$10k–$15k 15.8%

$15k–$25k 13.1%

$25k–$35k 7.7%

$35k–$50k 17.2%

$50k–$75k 14.1%

$75k–$100k 10.9%

$100k–$150k 9.0%

$150k–$200k 4.5%

$200k+ 1.4%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	6.1%
$10k–$15k	15.8%
$15k–$25k	13.1%
$25k–$35k	7.7%
$35k–$50k	17.2%
$50k–$75k	14.1%
$75k–$100k	10.9%
$100k–$150k	9.0%
$150k–$200k	4.5%
$200k+	1.4%
Median income	$43,950

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 25.8%

$50k–$100k 33.2%

$100k–$150k 18.7%

$150k–$200k 3.5%

$200k–$300k 12.3%

$300k–$500k 4.4%

$500k–$1M 2.1%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$93,600
Median rent / month	$436
Owner occupied	64.9%
Renter occupied	35.1%
Vacant	13.4%
Single-family detached	52.8%
Large apartment buildings	3.9%
Mobile homes	31.6%
Median rooms	5.9
Avg household size (owned)	2.31

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.0%
2010–2019	6.4%
2000–2009	6.8%
1990–1999	18.4%
1980–1989	12.1%
1970–1979	23.1%
1960–1969	15.3%
1950–1959	6.7%
1940–1949	5.4%
1939 or earlier	5.9%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	1.3%
1 bedroom	3.3%
2 bedrooms	27.7%
3 bedrooms	50.5%
4 bedrooms	16.2%
5+ bedrooms	1.1%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	6.3%
1 vehicle	38.8%
2 vehicles	23.4%
3 or more	31.5%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	13.0%
Electricity	69.4%
Propane / LP gas	12.4%
Fuel oil	0.7%
Wood	3.4%
No fuel used	1.1%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	520	39.4%
Cohabiting couple	30	2.3%
Male householder, no spouse	270	20.5%
Female householder, no spouse	499	37.8%
Households with children under 18	377	28.6%
Households with seniors (65+)	452	34.3%
Average household size	2.35

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	34.4%	33.2%
Married	45.6%	39.4%
Separated	3.2%	2.4%
Widowed	4.4%	12.5%
Divorced	12.3%	12.5%

Education

Less than 9th grade 4.9%

Some HS, no diploma 8.9%

HS graduate 46.9%

Some college, no degree 20.3%

Associate's degree 9.7%

Bachelor's degree 5.7%

Graduate / professional 3.7%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	86.3%
Bachelor's or higher	9.4%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	53	7.9%
Kindergarten	79	11.8%
Elementary school	132	19.8%
High school	204	30.5%
College / grad school	200	29.9%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 26.5%

Manufacturing 24.5%

Construction 9.4%

Retail trade 8.0%

Public administration 7.4%

Transportation & utilities 5.4%

Finance & real estate 4.7%

Other services 4.2%

Arts, food & hospitality 3.1%

Professional & management 2.8%

Agriculture & mining 2.4%

Wholesale trade 0.9%

Information 0.6%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	26.0%
Service	19.0%
Sales & office	16.1%
Natural resources & construction	9.1%
Production & transportation	29.7%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	74.5%
Government	19.0%
Self-employed	6.3%
Unpaid family workers	0.2%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	86.0%
Carpool	7.0%
Public transit	0.2%
Walk	0.0%
Other means	0.0%
Avg commute (minutes)	37.7

Poverty

All people 22.5%

Under 18 years 26.5%

18 and over 21.4%

Married-couple families 3.5%

Female-led households 51.5%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	43.5%
Retirement income	41.2%
Supplemental Security	8.5%
Cash public assistance	2.1%
Food stamps / SNAP	22.2%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	49.7%
High cholesterol	38.2%
Heart disease	9.4%
Stroke	5.1%
Asthma	10.7%
Arthritis	36.5%
Kidney disease	4.2%
Pulmonary disease	11.5%
Cancer	7.4%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	12.4%
No physical activity	34.4%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	39.7%
Fair or poor health	25.3%
Poor mental health	17.2%
Poor physical health	15.2%
No health insurance	18.7%
Visited doctor (checkup)	77.5%
Visited dentist	54.7%
Cholesterol screening	90.4%
Teeth loss	22.5%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	188	7.5%

Disability	%
Any disability	26.1%
Under 18	7.8%
18–64 years	27.4%
65 and over	42.9%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	59.7%
Public insurance	49.2%
Uninsured under 19	0.8%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	2,904	91.6%
Spanish	46	1.6%
Other Indo-European	46	1.6%
Asian & Pacific Islander	0	0.0%
Other languages	0	0.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	3,134	98.8%
Born in same state	3,105	97.9%
Born in different state	2,467	77.8%
Foreign born	29	0.9%
Naturalized citizen	37	1.2%
Not a US citizen	5	13.5%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Arab	624	19.7%
French	182	5.7%
Italian	132	4.2%

Ancestry	Count	%
English	6	0.2%
Irish	4	0.1%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	41.6%
Internet access	88.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ZIP code for Reform, AL?

Reform, AL has one ZIP code: 35481.

What is the main ZIP code for Reform, AL?

The primary ZIP code for Reform, AL is 35481. The city uses area code 205 for phone service.

What county is Reform, AL in?

Reform is located in Pickens County, Alabama.

How many ZIP codes are in Reform, AL?

Reform, AL has 1 ZIP code.

What is the ZIP code for downtown Reform, Alabama?

Downtown Reform and the central business district are located in ZIP code 35481, which serves as the primary ZIP code for all of Reform in Pickens County.

What ZIP code should I use for mailing addresses in Reform, AL?

All mailing addresses in Reform, Alabama use the single ZIP code 35481, which covers the entire incorporated city and surrounding areas in Pickens County.