| ZIP Code | 35212 |
|---|---|
| City | Birmingham |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Area Code | 205/659 |
| Elevation | 626 ft |
| Latitude | 33.54767 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.75272 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 01073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.3 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 39.9% ▲ 299% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 8.3% ▲ 70% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 104 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,608 (27.7%) |
| Some College | 764 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 943 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 365 (6.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,029 (34.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $34,565 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $210,400 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $754/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,537 |
| Vacant Units | 1,029 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,537 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,029 |
| Owner Occupied | 40.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 59.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 35212 is located in Birmingham, Alabama, within Jefferson County. With a population of 10,059, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.3 years. Economically, 35212 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $34,565 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 35212 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $210,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $754 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (40.5%) and renters (59.5%). Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 35212 is majority Black (68.49%). Residents are well-educated — 41.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 39.9%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 35212 stands at 8.3%, which is significantly above the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 35212 in Birmingham, AL is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 10,059 residents, a median household income of $34,565, and a median home value of $210,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alabama.