Jefferson County Map, Alabama
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Jefferson County, Alabama
In the middle of Alabama, Jefferson County is the state’s most populous hub. Birmingham is here, which is Alabama’s largest city and Jefferson’s county seat. The population here tops 660,000 and it’s the heart of Alabama.
The county played a key role in the civil rights movement, with several key events unfolding here. For example, the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute is a powerful reminder of the city’s role in the Civil Rights Movement.
Vulcan, the world’s largest cast-iron statue, watches over the area from atop Red Mountain. From the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame to a thriving food scene, Jefferson County is where Alabama’s past and future come together.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Jefferson County |
| County Seat | Birmingham |
| Population | Approximately 660,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Birmingham, Hoover, Bessemer, Homewood, Mountain Brook, Gardendale, Fairfield, Leeds, Irondale, Hueytown, and more. |
| Interstates and Highways | I-20, I-22, I-59, I-65, I-459, US 31, US 78, US 280, US 11 |
| FIPS Code | 01-073 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,124 sq mi (1,111 sq mi land, 13 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Tuscaloosa County (West), Bibb County (Southwest), Shelby County (South), Walker County (Northwest), Blount County (Northeast), St. Clair County (Northeast) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Alabama |
| Coordinates | 33.5186° N, 86.8104° W |
| Etymology | Named after Thomas Jefferson, 3rd President of the United States |
| Major Landmarks | Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Red Mountain Park |
| Website | Jefferson County Website |
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