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ZIP 35209

Part of Homewood, AL
Pop. 32,734·Jefferson County·37th most expensive ZIP in Alabama
Median rent (all units)
$1,632/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.9%
Month-over-Month
-1.6%
vs US Median
-$333
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ZIP 35209 · $1,632
More affordable than 64% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,280
1 BR
$1,440
2 BR
$1,580
3 BR
$1,980
4 BR+
$2,250
Research median
$1,580/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,584/yr
At $1,632/mo median
Location
StateAL
CountyJefferson County
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Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (8.9% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.9% YoY, -1.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 35209 (Homewood, AL) is roughly split between renters and owners, 56.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
32,734
Median income
$71,439
Median age
34.1
Renters
51.5%
Age distribution
22.1%
29.2%
26.1%
14.1%
Under 1822.1%
18–3429.2%
35–5426.1%
55–648.5%
65+14.1%
Gender
45.7%
54.3%
Male45.7%
Female54.3%
Race & ethnicity
66.6%
24.8%
White66.6%
Black24.8%
Hispanic5.8%
Asian2%
Other0.8%
Education (25+)
18%
17.8%
56.9%
No HS diploma7.3%
HS diploma18%
Some college17.8%
Bachelor's+56.9%
Housing tenure
48.5%
51.5%
Owner48.5%
Renter51.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 35209 in Homewood, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$67,814 → $71,439
up 5.3%
Population
29,287 → 32,734
up 11.8%
Renter share
47.9% → 51.5%
+3.6 pts
Bachelor's+
61.7% → 56.9%
-4.8 pts
Median age
31.3 → 34.1
+2.8 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 35209 in Homewood, AL now reports about $71,439, up from $67,814 in 2021. The population has grown by 11.8% since 2021, moving from about 29,287 residents to roughly 32,734. Renters now make up 51.5% of households, compared with 47.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 56.9% of adults here, versus 61.7% in 2021.

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About renting in ZIP 35209

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 35209 covers Homewood, AL. The median rent here is $1,632/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,440/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,580/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($71,439/yr), ZIP 35209 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 35209?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 35209 (Homewood, AL) is $1,632. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 35209 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 35209's median rent of $1,632/mo is $333 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 35209 compare to other ZIPs in Alabama?

ZIP 35209 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Alabama, ranking #37 out of 115 ZIPs tracked at $1,632/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 35209?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,632/mo in ZIP 35209. The local median household income is $71,439/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 35209?

Rent in ZIP 35209 has increased 8.9% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 35209 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 35209 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,632/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($71,439/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 35209 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 35209 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.5% of ZIP 35209 households are renters, while 48.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 35209 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 35209 compare to the rest of Homewood?

ZIP 35209 is more affordable than Homewood overall. At $1,632/mo, it's $9 below the Homewood citywide median of $1,641/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 35209 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 35209 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,632/mo, rent takes ~27% of ZIP 35209's median household income ($71,439/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 35209 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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