| ZIP Code | 35216 |
|---|---|
| City | Birmingham |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Area Code | 205/659 |
| Elevation | 717 ft |
| Latitude | 33.419246 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.789433 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 01073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 8.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.9% ▲ 55% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 13% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 233 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,308 (15.1%) |
| Some College | 1,740 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 3,510 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 1,479 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,675 (53.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,125 ≈ Avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $376,200 ▲ 35% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,314/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,333 |
| Vacant Units | 1,393 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,333 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,393 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 35216 is located in Birmingham, Alabama, within Jefferson County. With a population of 36,587, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.5 years. Economically, 35216 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,125 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 35216 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $376,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,314 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.7%) and renters (45.3%). Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 35216 is majority White (61.03%). Residents are well-educated — 59.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.0%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 35216 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 35216 in Birmingham, AL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 36,587 residents, a median household income of $73,125, and a median home value of $376,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alabama.