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35242

Alabama · 57,374 residents · 52.371 sq mi
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ZIP 35242 is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $117,047. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $477,700. Poverty is rare here, at 6.1% of residents. Among the 16 ZIP codes in Shelby County, 35242 ranks 3rd by median household income.

$117,047
US average: $82,259
$477,700
US average: $376,019
65.8%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
21.2%
Age 65+
19.5%
48.3%
51.7%
2.38 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic78.6%(45,069)
Black10.3%(5,929)
Hispanic / Latino3.9%(2,258)
Asian3.9%(2,245)
Other3.3%(1,873)
Diversity Score46%(26,400)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Shelby County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST3RD OF 16HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
35007$88,505
35040$84,554
35043$121,356
35051$80,061
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 35242?

ZIP code 35242 has about 57,374 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 35242?

The typical household in ZIP code 35242 earns about $117,047 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 35242 expensive?

In ZIP code 35242, the median home is worth about $477,700, and the typical rent is about $1,472 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 35242?

About 65.8% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 35242 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 35242?

About 6.1% of people in ZIP code 35242 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024