Zip Code 35749

AL · Population: 28,121

B
66/100
37
D
Safety
86
A
Affordability
78
B+
Quality of Life
62
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 35749

Zip code 35749 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 28,121 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 66/100), 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 $107,188 and home values around $246,000, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 37% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

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

Median Income
$107,188
Home Value
$246,000
Rent
$1,202/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
37%
Unemployment
3.2%
Owner-Occupied
89.6%
Rent Burden
13.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety37DLower crime = higher score
Affordability86ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life78B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy62BLower unemployment = higher
Overall66BWeighted 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).