Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.98 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 51.7% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,377 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 24,398 (18.1%) |
| Some College | 13,454 (10%) |
| Associates | 23,902 (17.7%) |
| Bachelors | 11,197 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 60,359 (44.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,514 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $248,006 ▼ 11% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,097/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 100,810 |
| Vacant Units | 8,555 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Huntsville is a city in Alabama, located in Madison County. The city spans 24 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 214,900 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 37.31 years.
Economically, Huntsville is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $73,514 is near the national average. Approximately 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Huntsville is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $248,006, which is near the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,097 per month.
The population of Huntsville is well-educated. 51.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is majority White (55.75%).
Huntsville, AL offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Alabama. Spread across 24 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35801 | 23,901 | $103,125 | $399,700 | $1,130 | 1.6% | 62.4% | 67.7% |
| 35802 | 23,304 | $72,195 | $319,900 | $1,051 | 4.4% | 58.3% | 53.2% |
| 35803 | 29,283 | $95,182 | $259,100 | $1,221 | 2.5% | 62.3% | 81.8% |
| 35805 | 21,006 | $31,247 | $108,200 | $800 | 7.5% | 26.9% | 33.8% |
| 35806 | 28,443 | $79,338 | $318,800 | $1,287 | 2.6% | 67.4% | 48.5% |
| 35808 | 1,116 | $121,364 | — | $1,690 | 4.3% | 61.8% | 2.1% |
| 35810 | 32,705 | $46,963 | $126,100 | $1,097 | 5.5% | 36.9% | 66.0% |
| 35811 | 29,748 | $92,361 | $249,900 | $1,048 | 5.7% | 47.7% | 78.3% |
| 35816 | 15,172 | $38,947 | $114,100 | $875 | 9.6% | 37.7% | 27.2% |
| 35824 | 9,690 | $93,066 | $378,000 | $1,268 | 2.1% | 68.5% | 55.3% |