Zip Code 35223

AL · Population: 11,226

B+
72/100
37
D
Safety
88
A
Affordability
84
A
Quality of Life
79
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 35223

Zip code 35223 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 11,226 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 72/100), 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 $151,550 and home values around $697,200, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 80.6% 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 1.5%.

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
$151,550
Home Value
$697,200
Rent
$1,746/mo
Median Age
45
College Educated
80.6%
Unemployment
1.5%
Owner-Occupied
88.9%
Rent Burden
13.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety37DLower crime = higher score
Affordability88ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life84AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy79B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall72B+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).