| ZIP Code | 35080 |
|---|---|
| City | Helena |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Shelby County |
| Area Code | 205/659 |
| Elevation | 423 ft |
| Latitude | 33.249278 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.914775 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 01117 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.98 |
| Below Poverty | 3.3% ▼ 67% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.1% ▲ 50% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 184 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,054 (16.7%) |
| Some College | 1,084 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 1,823 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,328 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,811 (47.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $111,871 ▲ 47% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $278,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,611/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,081 |
| Vacant Units | 437 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.98 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,081 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 437 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.98 |
ZIP code 35080 is located in Helena, Alabama, within Shelby County. With a population of 19,808, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.4 years. Economically, 35080 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $111,871 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 35080 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $278,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,611 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 35080 is primarily White (75.10%). Residents are well-educated — 58.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.3%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 35080 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 35080 in Helena, AL is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,808 residents, a median household income of $111,871, and a median home value of $278,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alabama.