NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 35051

AL · Population: 9,879

B
63/100
56
C+
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
59
C+
Quality of Life
62
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 35051

Zip code 35051 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 9,879 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 63/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $65,563 and home values around $230,000, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 19.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$65,563
Home Value
$230,000
Rent
$830/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
19.5%
Unemployment
5.1%
Owner-Occupied
79.2%
Rent Burden
15.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety56C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life59C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy62BLower unemployment = higher
Overall63BWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).