Zip Code 35213

AL · Population: 15,551

B
69/100
37
D
Safety
85
A
Affordability
72
B+
Quality of Life
83
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 35213

Zip code 35213 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 15,551 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 69/100), 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 $137,879 and home values around $664,500, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 87% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.

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
$137,879
Home Value
$664,500
Rent
$1,687/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
87%
Unemployment
0.9%
Owner-Occupied
77.5%
Rent Burden
14.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety37DLower crime = higher score
Affordability85ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life72B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy83ALower unemployment = higher
Overall69BWeighted 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).