NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 35128

AL · Population: 10,264

B
62/100
72
B+
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
67
B
Quality of Life
35
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 35128

Zip code 35128 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 10,264 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 62/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $79,226 and home values around $219,600, 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 21.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 9.3% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$79,226
Home Value
$219,600
Rent
$1,172/mo
Median Age
41
College Educated
21.2%
Unemployment
9.3%
Owner-Occupied
82.4%
Rent Burden
17.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety72B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life67BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy35DLower unemployment = higher
Overall62BWeighted 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).