NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 35171

AL · Population: 3,642

B
61/100
57
C+
Safety
70
B+
Affordability
52
C+
Quality of Life
66
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 35171

Zip code 35171 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 3,642 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 61/100), 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 $66,651 and home values around $177,100, 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 14% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 4.7%, 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
$66,651
Home Value
$177,100
Rent
—
Median Age
41
College Educated
14%
Unemployment
4.7%
Owner-Occupied
77.8%
Rent Burden
—

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety57C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability70B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life52C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy66BLower unemployment = higher
Overall61BWeighted 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).