Shelby County, AL Demographics & ZIP Codes
Shelby County, Alabama demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 17 ZIP codes — population 255,622 — avg. income $84,639 — avg. home value $258,163. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Shelby County demographics
Shelby County, Alabama covers 17 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 255,622.
Median household income in Shelby County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Shelby County, Alabama is about $84,639 — about 43% above the AL ZIP average ($59,002), and about 13% above the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 35242 (Hoover) is near the top at about $116,053, while 35176 (Vandiver) is near the bottom at about $36,771.
Housing in Shelby County
For housing in Shelby County, Alabama, the average median home value is about $258,163 and the average median rent is about $944.
The most populous ZIP is 35242 (Hoover) with about 56,956 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Shelby County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35242 | Hoover | Shelby County | AL | 56,956 | $116,053 | $452,300 |
| 35244 | Hoover | Shelby County | AL | 36,775 | $114,172 | $390,900 |
| 35007 | Alabaster | Shelby County | AL | 27,935 | $86,994 | $231,800 |
| 35124 | Pelham | Shelby County | AL | 24,871 | $91,513 | $282,600 |
| 35080 | Helena | Shelby County | AL | 19,808 | $111,871 | $278,500 |
| 35040 | Calera | Shelby County | AL | 18,819 | $80,267 | $210,600 |
| 35115 | Pea Ridge | Shelby County | AL | 16,911 | $54,157 | $165,800 |
| 35043 | Chelsea | Shelby County | AL | 15,068 | $115,588 | $347,500 |
| 35051 | Columbiana | Shelby County | AL | 10,101 | $73,682 | $248,300 |
| 35114 | Alabaster | Shelby County | AL | 7,777 | $96,335 | $280,400 |
| 35147 | Sterrett | Shelby County | AL | 6,971 | $85,587 | $283,300 |
| 35186 | Wilsonville | Shelby County | AL | 5,121 | $92,723 | $289,400 |
| 35143 | Shelby | Shelby County | AL | 2,966 | $76,987 | $212,200 |
| 35178 | Vincent | Shelby County | AL | 2,867 | $48,382 | $152,300 |
| 35078 | Harpersville | Shelby County | AL | 2,058 | $73,145 | $190,600 |
| 35176 | Vandiver | Shelby County | AL | 618 | $36,771 | $114,100 |
| 35185 | Westover | Shelby County | AL | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Shelby County?
Shelby County, Alabama has a combined ZIP-area population of about 255,622 across 17 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Shelby County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Shelby County, Alabama is about $84,639, about 43% above the state ZIP average ($59,002), and about 13% above the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $258,163. Among ZIPs with data, 35242 (Hoover) is near the top ($116,053) and 35176 (Vandiver) is near the bottom ($36,771).
How many ZIP codes are in Shelby County?
Shelby County, Alabama includes 17 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Shelby County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Shelby County, Alabama with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.