35226 ZIP Code – Birmingham, Alabama
35226 is a large ZIP code in Birmingham, Alabama, part of Jefferson County with a population of approximately 38,079 residents. At $121,975, the median household income here runs well above the Alabama average and well above the U.S. average. Median home values of $366,300 are above the national average, with 83.3% owner-occupied housing (increasing). ; median rent of $1,455 is similarly above the national average. Housing consists of 88% single-family (increasing), 10% apartments (decreasing).
Unemployment stands at 2.7%, which is well below the U.S. rate. The poverty rate of 5.7% is well below the U.S. average. About 68.9% of residents have completed a four-year degree, well above the national rate. At 37.0, the median age is near the national figure. Neighboring ZIP codes include 35244, 35216, 35211.
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ZIP 35226 vs. Alabama vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 35226 | AL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 38k | 7,880 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $121k | $56k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $366k | $155k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,455 | $849 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 37.0 | 42.1 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | 5.7% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% | 17.6% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 68.9% | 19.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 35244 – Birmingham
- 35216 – Birmingham
- 35211 – Birmingham
- 35221 – Birmingham
- 35209 – Birmingham
- 35229 – Birmingham
- 35228 – Birmingham
- 35020 – Bessemer
- 35243 – Birmingham
- 35064 – Fairfield
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35244 | BIRMINGHAM | 36,783 | $106,338 |
| 35216 | BIRMINGHAM | 38,352 | $68,237 |
| 35211 | BIRMINGHAM | 24,795 | $32,677 |
| 35221 | BIRMINGHAM | 3,034 | $33,660 |
| 35209 | BIRMINGHAM | 29,884 | $74,742 |