Information on Bessemer, Jefferson County
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Bessemer City HALL, Jefferson County
| Bessemer City Hall's address | Not available | |
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| Phone number of Bessemer City Hall | Not available | |
| Bessemer, AL email | Not available | |
| Bessemer official website | bessemeral.org/ | |
| Mayor of Bessemer | Kenneth E. Gulley | |
| Political party | Democratic | |
| Jefferson County, Alabama: Vital Records | Bessemer vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Alabama birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Bessemer
What county is Bessemer AL in?Bessemer, AL is located in Jefferson County, in the state of Alabama. |
Who is the mayor of Bessemer, AL?The current mayor of Bessemer is Kenneth E. Gulley. |
What is the ZIP code of Bessemer, AL?The ZIP codes of Bessemer are 35020, 35021, 35022, 35023, 35111. |
Bessemer administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| State | Alabama |
| County | Jefferson - other counties in Alabama |
Bessemer building department, AL
If you're planning a construction project in Bessemer, AL, securing the necessary permits is a crucial first step. The city's Building Department is the primary point of contact for submitting your application and can provide guidance tailored to your needs. To ensure a smooth process, it's advisable to directly contact the office. They can answer specific questions about associated fees and estimated processing times, helping you navigate the requirements specific to Bessemer. Being proactive in gathering this information will set a strong foundation for your project.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Bessemer's town hall or Jefferson County authorities directly. |
Demography of Bessemer
| Name of Bessemer inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 26 019 inhabitants (2020) | 22 / 1 625 | ||
| Population density in Bessemer | 653,0 pop/sq mi (252,1 pop/km²) | |||
Bessemer City (AL) statistics
| Bessemer AL Median household income | $32,301 |
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| Bessemer AL Poverty rate | 28.2% |
| Bessemer AL Unemployment rate | 7.5% |
| Bessemer AL Educational attainment | 79.3% |
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List of Passport Facilities in Bessemer, AL
Where to apply for a passport in Bessemer, AL? There are 1 passport offices in Bessemer, try one of these:
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| BESSEMER POST OFFICE | 1112 4TH AVENUE N | 2054282563 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Bessemer
There are 11 bank branches in Bessemer.
Regions Bank is the most popular bank in Bessemer with 5 branch offices, followed by Wells Fargo Bank, National Association with 2 branch offices and then Branch Banking and Trust Company with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Bessemer:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
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| Regions Bank | 5 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Wells Fargo Bank, National Association | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Branch Banking and Trust Company | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| First Financial Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| PNC Bank, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Woodforest National Bank | 1 | Full Service Retail Office |
Bessemer administrative numbers
| Bessemer City code | 0105980 |
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| Bessemer town phone area code | 205 |
| Bessemer City postcode | 35020, 35021, 35022, 35023, 35111 |
Transportation modes in Bessemer
| Airport | Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport 16.3 miles Tuscaloosa Regional Airport 39.7 miles St. Clair County Airport 42.4 miles |
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Bessemer territory
| Bessemer area | 39,85 sq mi (103,20 km²) |
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| Bessemer altitude | 509 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 33.4006 Longitude: -86.9592 Latitude: 33° 24' 2'' North Longitude: 86° 57' 33'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00 |
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| Namesake of Bessemer | |
| Natural parks | Bessemer isn't part of a natural park |
What is Bessemer close to?
| Nearby cities include: Hueytown, Lipscomb, Brighton and Midfield | ||
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| Hueytown | Hueytown | Lipscomb |
| Hueytown |  | Lipscomb |
| North Johns | North Johns | Helena |
| Hueytown 4.3 miles | Lipscomb 4.6 miles | Brighton 5 miles |
| Midfield 6.5 miles | North Johns 7.5 miles | Fairfield 7.8 miles |
| Helena 8.1 miles | Pleasant Grove 8.5 miles | Hoover 9.6 miles |
| Homewood 11.2 miles | Sylvan Springs 11.4 miles | Lake View 11.6 miles |
| Alabaster 11.6 miles | Maytown 12.4 miles | Mulga 12.6 miles |
| Indian Springs Village 13 miles | Pelham 14.2 miles | Vestavia Hills 14.6 miles |
| Birmingham 14.9 miles | Woodstock 15.6 miles | Mountain Brook 16 miles |
Other Cities in Jefferson County
- Birmingham (200,733 pop.)
- Vestavia Hills (39,102 pop.)
- Homewood (26,414 pop.)
- Trussville (26,123 pop.)
- Mountain Brook (22,461 pop.)
- Hueytown (16,776 pop.)
- Center Point (16,406 pop.)
- Gardendale (16,044 pop.)
- Irondale (13,497 pop.)
- Leeds (12,324 pop.)
- Clay (10,291 pop.)
- Fultondale (9,876 pop.)
- Pleasant Grove (9,544 pop.)
- Pinson (7,215 pop.)
- Tarrant (6,124 pop.)
Distance to Major Cities in Alabama
| Huntsville : 92 miles | Birmingham : 12 miles | Montgomery : 81 miles |
| Mobile : 201 miles | Hoover : 9 miles closest | Auburn : 102 miles |
| Dothan : 6051 miles | Decatur : 81 miles | Madison : 92 miles |
| Florence : 107 miles | Vestavia Hills : 11 miles | Phenix City : 131 miles |
| Prattville : 71 miles | Gadsden : 69 miles | Alabaster : 14 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Elementary schools in Bessemer
Abrams Elementary School
District of Bessemer CityLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 353
Charles F Hard Elementary School
District of Bessemer CityLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 315
Concord Elementary School
District of Jefferson CountyLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 305
Greenwood Elementary School
District of Bessemer CityLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 279
Greenwood Elementary School
District of Jefferson CountyLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 267
Jonesboro Elementary School
District of Bessemer CityLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 584
Oak Grove Elementary School
District of Jefferson CountyLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 536
Westhills Elementary School
District of Bessemer CityLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 334
Middle schools in Bessemer
Bessemer City Middle School
District of Bessemer CityLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 745
High schools in Bessemer
Bessemer Center For Technology
District of Bessemer CityLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Bessemer City High School
District of Bessemer CityLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 995
New Horizon Alternative School
District of Bessemer CityLowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 12
Alternative schools in Bessemer
Oak Grove High School
District of Jefferson CountyLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 12
Students : 824
Private schools in Bessemer
Beulah Baptist Christian School
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 2Students : 24
Dunnams Private School
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 1Students : 45
New Life Christian School Of Excellence
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5Students : 113