35242 ZIP Code
Birmingham, Alabama
December 17, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 35242 |
| City/Town: | Birmingham |
| County: | Shelby |
| State: | Alabama |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 56,466 |
| Median Household Income: | $115,541 |
| Per Capita Income: | $57,358 |
| Total Housing Units: | 24,835 |
| Median Home Value: | $433,800 |
| Land Area: | 52.4 sq miles
135.6 sq km |
| Water Area: | 2.1 sq miles
5.6 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 33.4246, -86.6709 |
Population Information (35242 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 56,466 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 27,238 | 48.2% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 29,228 | 51.8% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 43.5 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,411 | 4.3% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 2,898 | 5.1% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 3,163 | 5.6% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 4,091 | 7.2% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 3,418 | 6.1% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 6,194 | 11.0% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 7,283 | 12.9% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 8,009 | 14.2% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 4,047 | 7.2% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 4,240 | 7.5% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 6,335 | 11.2% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 3,399 | 6.0% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 978 | 1.7% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (35242 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $433,800 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 7.2 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,368 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 24,835 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 23,290 | 93.8% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,545 | 6.2% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 17,107 | 73.5% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 6,183 | 26.5% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (35242 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 40,485 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 530 | 1.3% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 935 | 2.3% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 4,424 | 10.9% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 6,555 | 16.2% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,016 | 5.0% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 16,174 | 40.0% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 9,851 | 24.3% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 96.4% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 64.3% | 34.3% |
Income Information (35242 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $115,541 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $155,830 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $149,375 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $57,358 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (35242 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 30,774 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 30,082 | 97.9% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 631 | 2.1% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 16,376 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 25,487 | 84.7% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 3,196 | 10.6% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,285 | 4.3% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 114 | 0.4% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (35242 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 45,624 | 80.8% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 5,831 | 10.3% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 141 | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 2,095 | 3.7% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 6 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 950 | 1.7% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 1,819 | 3.2% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 1,607 | 2.8% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 1,812 | 3.2% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 831 | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 499 | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 43 | 0.1% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 439 | 0.8% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (35242 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 829 | 3.6% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 382 | 1.6% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 976 | 4.2% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,373 | 5.9% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,736 | 7.5% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 3,116 | 13.4% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,844 | 7.9% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 4,365 | 18.7% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 2,888 | 12.4% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 5,781 | 24.8% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (35242 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 23,611 | 78.5% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,655 | 5.5% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 33 | 0.1% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 195 | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 156 | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 4,086 | 13.6% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 25.4 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (35242 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 77 | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,631 | 5.4% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 2,158 | 7.2% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 1,244 | 4.1% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 2,686 | 8.9% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 1,403 | 4.7% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 481 | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 3,974 | 13.2% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 4,206 | 14.0% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 7,391 | 24.6% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 2,270 | 7.5% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 1,778 | 5.9% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 783 | 2.6% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (35242 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 5.6% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (35242 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 54,217 | 96.0% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 49,067 | 86.9% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 13,375 | 23.7% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 2,023 | 3.6% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (35242 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 18,706 | 80.3% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 6,900 | 29.6% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 5,900 | 25.3% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 392 | 1.7% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 221 | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 499 | 2.1% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (35242 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 16,984 | 68.4% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 1,139 | 4.6% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 0 | 0.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 425 | 1.7% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 1,455 | 5.9% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 2,443 | 9.8% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 2,140 | 8.6% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 249 | 1.0% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (35242 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 162 | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 3,185 | 12.8% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 7,304 | 29.4% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 7,079 | 28.5% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 4,824 | 19.4% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,773 | 7.1% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 315 | 1.3% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 23 | 0.1% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 99 | 0.4% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 71 | 0.3% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (35242 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 338 | 1.4% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 2,117 | 8.5% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 4,457 | 17.9% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 6,902 | 27.8% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 7,347 | 29.6% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 3,674 | 14.8% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (35242 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 13,188 | 56.6% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 427 | 1.8% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 9,558 | 41.0% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 18 | 0.1% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 99 | 0.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (35242 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 608 | 2.6% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 6,203 | 26.6% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 10,461 | 44.9% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 6,018 | 25.8% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (35242 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 239 | 1.4% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 122 | 0.7% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 307 | 1.8% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 321 | 1.9% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 2,346 | 13.7% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 7,614 | 44.5% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 5,348 | 31.3% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 810 | 4.7% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (35242 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,244 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $668 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,368 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.61 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.88 | 2.38 |
Households (35242 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 23,290 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 14,201 | 61.0% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 5,089 | 21.9% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,871 | 12.3% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 5,626 | 24.2% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 6,358 | 27.3% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 7,187 | 30.9% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.42 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.92 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (35242 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 22,820 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 5,936 | 26.0% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 14,791 | 64.8% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 391 | 1.7% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,376 | 6.0% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 5,791 | 25.4% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (35242 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 13,074 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 861 | 6.6% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 540 | 4.1% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 4,830 | 36.9% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 3,439 | 26.3% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 3,404 | 26.0% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (35242 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 45,224 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 2,786 | 6.2% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 56,240 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 5,469 | 9.7% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 299 | 5.5% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,240 | 41.0% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 2,930 | 53.6% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (35242 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 48,514 | 85.9% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 7,640 | 13.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 3,477 | 45.5% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 4,126 | 54.0% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 1,250 | 16.4% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 37 | 0.5% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (35242 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 53,431 | 94.6% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 977 | 1.7% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 3,035 | 310.6% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 3,035 | 310.6% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 3,035 | 310.6% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 655 | 67.0% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 234 | 24.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 6 | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 492 | 50.4% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 105 | 10.7% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (35242 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 54,055 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 50,372 | 93.2% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 3,683 | 6.8% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 1,718 | 3.2% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 601 | 1.1% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 1,050 | 1.9% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 314 | 0.6% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (35242 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 23,290 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 22,751 | 97.7% | 89.4% |
Birmingham, AL35242