ZIP Code 35242 — Shoal creek, AL

Shelby | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 35242 in Shoal creek, AL has a population of 57,374 with a median household income of $117,047 and a median home value of $477,700 . The cost of living index is 151.4 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
57,374
Median Age
43.60
Male
27,691
Female
29,683

Race & Ethnicity

White
79.3%
Black
10.3%
Hispanic
3.9%
Asian
3.9%
Native American
0.2%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
4.4%
Other
1.9%

Income

Median Household
$117,047
Mean Household
$164,392
Per Capita
$68,914
Below Poverty
6.1%

Housing

Median Home Value
$477,700
Median Rent
$1,472
Total Units
25,431
Occupied
23,978
Owner Occupied
73.2%
Renter Occupied
26.8%
Median Year Built
1998
Vacant
1,453

Education

High School or Higher 97.3%
Bachelor's or Higher 65.8%
Graduate Degree 25.1%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
31,089
Unemployment
1.3%
Drive Alone
74.3%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
18.7%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

151.4
National average = 100. Above average by 51.4%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 35242?

ZIP code 35242 (Shoal creek, AL) has a total population of 57,374 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 35242?

The median household income in ZIP code 35242 is $117,047 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 35242 in?

ZIP code 35242 is primarily located in Shoal creek, Alabama (AL).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 35242?

The median home value in ZIP code 35242 is $477,700, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 35242?

The median age in ZIP code 35242 is 43.60 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.