35217 ZIP Code – Birmingham, Alabama
ZIP code 35217 is a mid-sized ZIP code located in Birmingham, Alabama, within Jefferson County with a population of approximately 12,630 residents. The median household income of $37,220 is below the Alabama average and well below the national average. At $106,200, median home values run well below the national average, with 47.5% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , and the median rent of $874 is below the national average. Housing consists of 78% single-family (decreasing), 11% apartments (increasing), 10% duplex/multi-family.
The area reports an unemployment rate of 9.1%, well above the national average. An estimated 24.9% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. 10.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the U.S. average. The median age is 41.7, near the national median. Nearby ZIP codes include 35119, 35206, 35068.
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ZIP 35217 vs. Alabama vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 35217 | AL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12k | 7,880 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $37k | $56k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $106k | $155k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $874 | $849 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 41.7 | 42.1 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.1% | 5.7% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 24.9% | 17.6% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 10.6% | 19.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 35119 – New Castle
- 35206 – Birmingham
- 35068 – Fultondale
- 35212 – Birmingham
- 35215 – Birmingham
- 35207 – Birmingham
- 35234 – Birmingham
- 35222 – Birmingham
- 35235 – Birmingham
- 35203 – Birmingham
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35119 | NEW CASTLE | Not provided | Not provided |
| 35206 | BIRMINGHAM | 16,477 | $38,671 |
| 35068 | FULTONDALE | 8,016 | $74,066 |
| 35212 | BIRMINGHAM | 10,136 | $28,216 |
| 35215 | BIRMINGHAM | 46,738 | $47,975 |