35234 ZIP Code – Birmingham, Alabama
35234 is a ZIP code serving Birmingham, Alabama in Jefferson County with a population of approximately 4,195 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $23,273, which is well below the Alabama average and well below the national figure. The median home value of $67,400 is well below the national average, with 53.7% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $723 is below the national average. Housing consists of 67% single-family (increasing), 24% apartments (decreasing), 9% duplex/multi-family.
At 9.0%, the unemployment rate is well above the national figure. About 35.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well above the national rate. An estimated 12.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the national average. Residents have a median age of 46.9, near the U.S. median. Nearby ZIP codes include 35203, 35233, 35207.
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ZIP 35234 vs. Alabama vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 35234 | AL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,195 | 7,880 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $23k | $56k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $67k | $155k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $723 | $849 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 46.9 | 42.1 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.0% | 5.7% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 35.6% | 17.6% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 12.2% | 19.9% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 35203 – Birmingham
- 35233 – Birmingham
- 35207 – Birmingham
- 35222 – Birmingham
- 35249 – Birmingham
- 35204 – Birmingham
- 35212 – Birmingham
- 35205 – Birmingham
- 35254 – Birmingham
- 35213 – Birmingham
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35203 | BIRMINGHAM | 3,157 | $42,596 |
| 35233 | BIRMINGHAM | 2,787 | $57,740 |
| 35207 | BIRMINGHAM | 6,820 | $27,939 |
| 35222 | BIRMINGHAM | 8,387 | $77,500 |
| 35249 | BIRMINGHAM | 42 | Not provided |