Zip Code 35205
AL · Population: 19,047
About Zip Code 35205
Zip code 35205 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 19,047 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 57/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.
Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.
The median household income here is $48,681, with home values near $268,900 and rents around $978/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.
The community is highly educated — 56.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.
Unemployment stands at 3.2%, 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
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 40 | C | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 41 | C | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 69 | B | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 79 | B+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 57 | C+ | Weighted 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).