Zip Code 35226

AL · Population: 38,079

B
68/100
37
D
Safety
85
A
Affordability
77
B+
Quality of Life
73
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 35226

Zip code 35226 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 38,079 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 $121,975 and home values around $366,300, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 68.1% 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 2.2%.

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
$121,975
Home Value
$366,300
Rent
$1,455/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
68.1%
Unemployment
2.2%
Owner-Occupied
80.4%
Rent Burden
14.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety37DLower crime = higher score
Affordability85ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life77B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy73B+Lower 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).