Zip Code 35173

AL · Population: 31,103

B
68/100
37
D
Safety
89
A
Affordability
78
B+
Quality of Life
69
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 35173

Zip code 35173 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 31,103 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 68/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

With a median household income of $114,483 and home values around $311,000, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 42.4% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.6%.

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
$114,483
Home Value
$311,000
Rent
$1,200/mo
Median Age
41
College Educated
42.4%
Unemployment
2.6%
Owner-Occupied
89.9%
Rent Burden
12.6% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety37DLower crime = higher score
Affordability89ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life78B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy69BLower unemployment = higher
Overall68BWeighted 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).