NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 36305

AL · Population: 17,309

B+
76/100
72
B+
Safety
81
A
Affordability
74
B+
Quality of Life
76
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 36305

Zip code 36305 is located in Alabama and is home to approximately 17,309 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 76/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $79,618 and home values around $226,000, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 35.5% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, 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
$79,618
Home Value
$226,000
Rent
$1,068/mo
Median Age
41
College Educated
35.5%
Unemployment
3.5%
Owner-Occupied
68.7%
Rent Burden
16.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety72B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability81ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life74B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy76B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall76B+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).