35228 ZIP Code – Birmingham, Alabama
ZIP code 35228 is a mid-sized ZIP code located in Birmingham, Alabama, within Jefferson County with a population of approximately 10,016 residents. The median household income of $46,114 is below the Alabama average and below the national average. Median home values of $79,900 are well below the national average, with 58.8% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). ; median rent of $978 is similarly near the national average. Housing consists of 90% single-family (decreasing), 6% apartments (increasing).
At 3.2%, the unemployment rate is below the national figure. The poverty rate of 22.0% is well above the U.S. average. 21.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the U.S. average. Residents have a median age of 37.5, near the U.S. median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 35064, 35221, 35061.
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ZIP 35228 vs. Alabama vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 35228 | AL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10k | 7,880 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $46k | $56k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $79k | $155k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $978 | $849 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 37.5 | 42.1 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | 5.7% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 22.0% | 17.6% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 21.8% | 19.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 35064 – Fairfield
- 35221 – Birmingham
- 35061 – Dolomite
- 35211 – Birmingham
- 35208 – Birmingham
- 35218 – Birmingham
- 35127 – Pleasant Grove
- 35020 – Bessemer
- 35224 – Birmingham
- 35254 – Birmingham
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35064 | FAIRFIELD | 9,995 | $45,685 |
| 35221 | BIRMINGHAM | 3,034 | $33,660 |
| 35061 | DOLOMITE | 1,389 | $59,010 |
| 35211 | BIRMINGHAM | 24,795 | $32,677 |
| 35208 | BIRMINGHAM | 14,629 | $34,669 |