Zip Code 35769
AL · Population: 9,832
About Zip Code 35769
Zip code 35769 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 9,832 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 66/100), 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 $56,136, with home values near $177,400 and rents around $762/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.
Educational attainment is below the national average, with 27.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
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 | 45 | C | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 66 | B | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 76 | B+ | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 79 | B+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 66 | B | 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).