Bessemer, AL

Alabama · Jefferson County · Birmingham Metro

Bessemer is a small city in Alabama with a population of 25,655. Residents earn $37,844 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

25,655 Population 631/sq mi density

$37,844 Median Income $24,074 per capita

$129,800 Home Value $131,574 Zillow

$922 Median Rent 31.8% income on rent

64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr

272 Violent Crime/100K 3,751 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.6 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$37,844 median income, 4.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.8 / 5.0

$129,800 home value, $922/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

272 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)

Education

2.2 / 5.0

14.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $37,844

50% lower than US avg

Home Value $129,800

54% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 272/100K

28% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 14.4%

57% lower than US avg

Median Rent $922

21% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.8%

40% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.4%

22% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 23.9%

93% higher than US avg

How Bessemer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population25,655

Median Age42.8 yrs

Density631/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 20%

Veterans7.8%

Economy

C+

Median Income$37,844

Per Capita$24,074

Unemployment4.4%

Poverty23.9%

County GDP$65,539M

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$129,800

Rent$922

Ownership55.1%

Zillow$131,574

Housing Units12,462

Rent Burden31.8%

Crime

Violent272/100K

Property3,751/100K

Health

Obesity44.8%

Uninsured14.2%

Smoking19.3%

Depression22.2%

Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain55.6 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation514 ft (157 m)

Education

Bachelor's+14.4%

High School+86.9%

Graduate+4.8%

School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%

Commute26 min

Broadband81.5%

EV Stations11

Libraries40

Is Bessemer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bessemer receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Bessemer has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bessemer is $37,844, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bessemer is $129,800, 54% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $922 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bessemer is below the national average at 272 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,751 per 100,000, 91% above the national average.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bessemer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bessemer has a population of 25,655 with a density of 631 people per square mile, spread across 40.6 square miles. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. The city is predominantly Black (70.6%), with 19.8% White, 1.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.2% of residents, while 5.8% speak Spanish. 7.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 25.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

25,655

Total Population

631

People / sq mi

42.8yrs

Median Age

10% above US avg

40.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%

Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bessemer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.2%

20% above US avg

Spanish 5.8%

57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bessemer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bessemer is $37,844, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,074 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,376. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 22,923 business establishments, including 1,550 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 9.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bessemer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$37,844
	50% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,074
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,376
IRS Avg AGI	$92,287
Gini Index	0.505 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.4%
	22% above US avg
Poverty Rate	23.9%
	93% above US avg
Establishments (County)	22,923
County GDP	$65,539M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,550
Healthcare	1,895
Retail	2,539
Manufacturing	504

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,063
	45% above US avg
Cost of Living	88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.6 min
Drive Alone	76.5%
Public Transit	1.3%
Work from Home	9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bessemer is $129,800, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,574. Homes sell for 96.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $922 (21% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 55.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 12,462 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. The average annual property tax is $5,063 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$129,800
	54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$131,574
Median List Price	$189,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$189,000
$/Sq Ft	$128
Homes Sold	13
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.1%
Price Drops	32.0%
Inventory	97

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$922
	21% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,247
Rent Burden	31.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$716
1 Bedroom	$772
2 Bedrooms	$936
3 Bedrooms	$1,206
4 Bedrooms	$1,381

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	55.1%
Owner-Occupied	55.1%
Renter-Occupied	44.9%
Housing Units	12,462
Median Year Built	1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,063
	45% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.90%

In Bessemer, 44.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 18.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.0% of residents, above the national average. 47.0% have high blood pressure. 19.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 12.9% report binge drinking. 36.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.2% report depression. 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 14.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:900. The dentist ratio is 1:1,065. 79.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.9 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-24)

PM2.5

11.6

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

13.0

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

3.6

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

58.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.4

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

149.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Bessemer vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.8%
	40% above US avg
Diabetes	18.5%
Heart Disease	7.0%
High Blood Pressure	47.0%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	5.4%
Stroke	5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.3%
	38% above US avg
Binge Drinking	12.9%
Physical Inactivity	36.9%
Depression	22.2%
Mental Distress	19.9%
Physical Distress	15.1%
Short Sleep	44.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.8%
Uninsured	14.2%
	65% above US avg
Primary Care	1:900
Dentists	1:1,065
Mental Health	1:369
Checkup Rate	81.2%
Dental Visits	46.1%
Premature Death	13,164/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.9/10
Exercise Access	79.8%
Healthcare Facilities	1,895

Bessemer has a violent crime rate of 272 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,751 per 100,000, 91% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 94 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Bessemer receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Bessemer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	272.0/100K
	28% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,751.0/100K
	91% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	94
Traffic Accidents	964
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Bessemer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 514 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	64.0°F
	19% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	514 ft (157 m)
Area	40.6 sq mi (105.3 km²)
Population Density	631/sq mi
Coordinates	33.3709°N, 86.9715°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Jefferson County County
Nearest Airport	Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM) 18 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.6"

46% above US avg

Wettest Month (Mar) 6.69"

Driest Month (Oct) 3.15"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0455 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	14.9 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.85 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)	0.18 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.7 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	97.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	56.2 / 100
Community Resilience	80.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very High
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Moderate
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively High
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Very High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

67 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 25, 2020.

Aug 19, 2004	8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama	M3.6	19 km
Jun 30, 2015	12 km W of Union, Alabama	M3.5	109 km
Apr 21, 2009	12 km S of Centreville, Alabama	M3.4	61 km
May 28, 1995	14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama	M3.4	82 km
Jun 24, 1998	11 km W of Demopolis, Alabama	M3.4	133 km
Jul 15, 1995	21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama	M3.3	66 km
May 9, 2004	8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama	M3.3	16 km
May 6, 2010	11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama	M3.2	131 km
Sep 2, 1990	12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama	M3.2	99 km
Jun 23, 1990	12 km E of Vernon, Alabama	M3.2	102 km
Mar 12, 2015	14 km W of Union, Alabama	M3.1	111 km
Jun 28, 2008	7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama	M3.1	41 km
Jun 23, 1990	8 km N of Belk, Alabama	M3.1	98 km
Feb 27, 2015	11 km WSW of Union, Alabama	M3.1	109 km
May 28, 2000	3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama	M3.0	86 km
May 28, 2000	13 km S of Winfield, Alabama	M3.0	93 km
May 4, 1994	12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama	M3.0	106 km
May 4, 2007	4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama	M3.0	56 km
Mar 20, 2004	11 km NW of Wilton, Alabama	M3.0	26 km
Sep 11, 1992	5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama	M3.0	54 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Sally (2020, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2020	Sally	Category 1	289 km
2020	Zeta	Category 1	284 km
2005	Dennis	Category 2	288 km
2005	Katrina	Category 1	280 km
2004	Ivan	Category 2	230 km
1995	Opal	Category 1	148 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

680 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 287 fatalities, 3,713 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 8, 1998	EF5	36 km	32
Apr 4, 1977	EF5	17 km	22
Apr 27, 2011	EF4	79 km	6
Apr 27, 2011	EF4	97 km	64
Apr 27, 2011	EF4	51 km	22
Nov 24, 2001	EF4	79 km	0
Dec 16, 2000	EF4	77 km	11
Mar 27, 1994	EF4	86 km	22
Feb 23, 1975	EF4	67 km	1
Mar 6, 1967	EF4	41 km	2
Jan 24, 1964	EF4	51 km	10
Mar 11, 1963	EF4	59 km	2
Mar 5, 1963	EF4	0 km	0
Nov 18, 1957	EF4	80 km	3
Nov 17, 1957	EF4	62 km	4
Apr 15, 1956	EF4	14 km	25
May 1, 1953	EF4	98 km	7
Jan 12, 2023	EF3	97 km	7
Mar 30, 2022	EF3	71 km	0
Mar 25, 2021	EF3	34 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (5,157 ac, 2017).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2017	UNNAMED	5,157	82 km
2024	OAK COMPARTMENT 50/51 RX	5,018	63 km
2019	OK C-49	4,745	60 km
2022	OK TORNADO UNIT	4,504	62 km
2013	UNNAMED	4,279	67 km
2008	UNNAMED	4,199	96 km
2022	OK COMP 40/53	4,093	69 km
2020	OK PAYNE LAKE	4,078	69 km
2022	OK C-1/2/3/4 COMBINED	3,841	59 km
2022	OK COMP 50/51/52	3,786	67 km
2024	OAK COMP 16/17/18 RX	3,579	62 km
2015	UNNAMED	3,507	68 km
2015	UNNAMED	3,482	70 km
2021	OK 234	3,482	60 km
2010	WIREGRASS	3,467	80 km
2014	UNNAMED	3,414	63 km
2022	OK C-36/38/39 COMBINED	3,373	68 km
2021	OK COMP 33 AND 43	3,164	64 km
2021	TL TYLER WEST	3,148	86 km
2021	OK COMP 49	3,146	62 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	45°F (7°C)	5.7 in	Coldest
February	46°F (8°C)	5.1 in
March	54°F (12°C)	6.7 in	Wettest
April	61°F (16°C)	5.2 in
May	69°F (21°C)	4.8 in
June	76°F (25°C)	4.3 in
July	82°F (28°C)	5.4 in	Warmest
August	79°F (26°C)	3.8 in
September	74°F (23°C)	4.1 in
October	63°F (17°C)	3.2 in	Driest
November	53°F (12°C)	4.5 in
December	46°F (8°C)	5.3 in

Bessemer has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 45°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (3.2").

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Bessemer is located in Jefferson County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 14.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 54.6% of the vote, a 10.4-point margin. 81.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 11 EV charging stations. There are 40 public libraries serving the community. 1,895 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.2%

D 54.6%

Winner: Democrat by 10.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	94
Traffic Accidents	964
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	14.4%
	57% below US avg
High School+	86.9%
Graduate Degree+	4.8%
School Test Score	4.62

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	631/sq mi
Total Area	40.6 sq mi
County	Jefferson County County

Services

Broadband Access	81.5%
Avg Download Speed	186.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	35.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	11
Alt Fuel Stations	11
Public Libraries	40
Healthcare Facilities	1,895
Restaurants	1,550
Retail Stores	2,539

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.6 min
Drive Alone	76.5%
Public Transit	1.3%
Work from Home	9.6%

Average costs for common services in Bessemer. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit	$311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit	$178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning	$115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling	$222 ($133–$355)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement	$266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation	$36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement	$178 ($89–$311)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair	$355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install	$6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair	$888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement	$7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense	$4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation	$444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation	$2,220 ($888–$4,440)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut	$49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$133 ($67–$222)
Manicure	$22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure	$36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour)	$71 ($44–$115)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread	$3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb)	$0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly)	$62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$75 ($44–$133)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual)	$89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal	$27 ($13–$67)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming	$53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$178 ($89–$355)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$636
Toddler	$655
Preschool	$601
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$630
Toddler	$614
Preschool	$560

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jefferson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	52,958	2,858	$74,069	1.01
Retail Trade	37,132	2,725	$41,068	1.01
Accommodation & Food Services	30,093	1,777	$27,247	0.90
Manufacturing	24,420	834	$87,685	0.81
Administrative & Waste Services	23,087	1,180	$42,156	1.07
Professional & Technical Services	20,418	3,265	$106,932	0.80
Finance & Insurance	20,023	1,548	$122,416	1.34
Construction	19,368	1,536	$85,941	1.01
Transportation & Warehousing	17,645	668	$57,630	1.14
Wholesale Trade	16,179	1,453	$93,827	1.12
Other Services	10,508	1,808	$58,527	0.95
Information & Technology	5,980	638	$84,598	0.87
Management of Companies	5,746	199	$137,914	0.93
Real Estate	5,720	1,156	$74,244	1.00
Arts & Entertainment	5,420	302	$29,409	0.88
Utilities	4,960	60	$142,974	3.55
Educational Services	4,635	254	$49,632	0.61
Mining & Oil/Gas	1,219	34	$134,725	0.88
Agriculture & Forestry	84	22	$65,348	0.03
Unclassified	9	2	$53,476	0.02

Colleges & Universities in Bessemer

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Brown Beauty Barber School	Private For-Profit · Certificate	83	—	—	—

Hospitals in Bessemer

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
MEDICAL WEST, AN AFFILIATE OF UAB HEALTH SYSTEM	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(205) 481-7000

Schools in Bessemer

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Bessemer City High School	High	850	37	23.0:1
Oak Grove High School	High	744	43	17.3:1
McCalla Elementary School	Elementary	697	37	18.8:1
Bessemer City Middle School	Middle	674	27	25.0:1
Oak Grove Elementary School	Elementary	570	32	17.8:1
Jonesboro Elementary School	Elementary	525	30	17.5:1
Concord Elementary School	Elementary	397	19	20.9:1
Charles F Hard Elementary School	Elementary	342	20	17.1:1
Westhills Elementary School	Elementary	315	14	22.5:1
Greenwood Elementary School	Elementary	286	16	17.9:1
Abrams Elementary School	Elementary	254	12	21.2:1

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Radio Stations near Bessemer

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Talk 94.5	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
103.7 The Q - WQEN - Trussville/Birmingham, AL	top 40	AAC
Talk 99.5	news, talk	AAC+ 48 kbps
Classic Rock 105.1	classic rock, rock	AAC+ 64 kbps
Substrate Radio	ambient, drone	MP3 128 kbps
Classic Rock 105.5	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
thegreatiamb Radio	americana, catholic	MP3
thegreatiamb Kids	americana, ballet	MP3

Campgrounds Near Bessemer

3 campgrounds found near Bessemer.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Rocky Branch Day Use Park	5.0/5	2	$40
DEERLICK CREEK	4.8/5	47	$20–$30
BURCHFIELD BRANCH PARK	4.5/5	37	$20–$40

National Parks Near Bessemer

6 national parks and monuments found near Bessemer.

Park	Type	Fee
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument	National Monument	Free
Hurricane Creek Park	State Park	Free
Lake Lurleen State Park	State Park	Free
Oak Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Paul M. Grist State Park	State Park	Free
Rickwood Caverns State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Bessemer

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	27,045	$28,910
2015	26,729	$29,615
2017	26,430	$31,308
2019	26,251	$32,301
2021	25,615	$32,416
2023	25,019	$37,844

Museums in Bessemer

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CHRISTENBERRY PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		2057262011	$208,251,061
SAMFORD ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		2057262011	$208,251,061
BIRMINGHAM ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		2058790409	$8,932,428
MCWANE SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	200 19TH STREET N	2057148347	$8,814,675
ALTAMONT SCHOOL	ART MUSEUM		2058792006	$6,772,233
BIRMINGHAM LANDMARKS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2052522262	$3,837,208
BIRMINGHAM CIVIL RIGHTS INSTITUTE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2053289696	$2,736,160
ALABAMA HISTORIC IRONWORKS COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$1,642,172
VULCAN PARK AND MUSEUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2059331409	$1,349,832
ALDRIDGE GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2056828019	$538,889
HISTORIC BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$528,066
ALABAMA SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		2053236665	$488,198
ENDOWMENT FOR MCWANE SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		2057148300	$465,927
ALABAMA WILDLIFE CENTER	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		2056637930	$440,703
SLOSS FURNACES	HISTORY MUSEUM			$375,106
SLOSS FURNACES NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2053241911	$375,106
ALABAMA JAZZ HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM			$368,247
SOUTHERN MUSEUM OF FLIGHT	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	4343 73RD STREET NORTH	2058338226	$233,359
HEART GALLERY OF ALABAMA	ART MUSEUM		2054451293	$223,739
BIRMINGHAM HISTORY CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM	1807 THIRD AVENUE NORTH	2052024146	$188,366
BIRMINGHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2052511880	$136,632
MCCOY CENTER FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2053272957	$95,811
BARE HANDS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$54,487
BIRMINGHAM MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		2052542565	$25,404
ALABAMA GOSPEL MUSIC CULTURAL ARTS CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2054472208	$21,884
BIRMINGHAM JEFFERSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY TERM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$16,565
BESSEMER HALL OF HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM		2054261633	$8,783
ALABAMA MENS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	800 LAKESHORE DRIVE	2057262362	$7,618
WEST JEFFERSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1740 EASTERN VALLEY ROAD	3342065418	$5,233
81ST ARMY RESERVE COMMAND HISTORICAL HOLDING	GENERAL MUSEUM	255 WEST OXMOOR ROAD
9TH AND 10TH (HORSE) CAVALRY ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	520 16TH ST N
A.M. BROWN HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	319 4TH TERRACE
ALABAMA FOLK ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		2053214929
ALABAMA HISTORICAL RADIO SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	600 N 18TH STREET	2059677000
ALABAMA HUMANITIES FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM	1100 IRELAND WAY SUITE #202	2055583980
ALABAMA MUSEUM OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		2059344475
ALABAMA NATIONAL GUARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2058330135
ALABAMA NEGRO LEAGUE BASEBALL MUSEUM FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM
ALABAMA ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		2058790458
ARLINGTON ANTEBELLUM HOME & GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	331 COTTON AVE SW	2057805656
ARLINGTON HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ARMED FORCES MUSEUM OF ALABAMA	HISTORY MUSEUM	3520 LORNA RIDGE DRIVE	2055667257
BIRMINGHAM BLACK RADIO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
BIRMINGHAM BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	2612 LANE PARK ROAD	2054143900
DISCOVERY 2000	GENERAL MUSEUM		2055582003
DON KRESGE MEMORIAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2058226759
DURBIN GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		8005235793
EIGHTH AIR FORCE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GEE'S BEND QUILTING COOPERATIVE	GENERAL MUSEUM		3345732323
HOOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	569 PARK AVENUE	2058229392
IRON & STEEL MUSEUM OF ALABAMA	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	12632 CONFEDERATE PARKWAY	2054775711
MUSEUM OF URBAN ART	GENERAL MUSEUM		2058218119
NATIONAL HUGUENOT SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2062823043
PARADISE GARDENS PARK & MUSEUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2055873090
SAMUEL ULLMAN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2059345634
SOUTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		2052264934
VESTAVIA HILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2059780155
VISUAL ARTS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		2059756436

Libraries in Bessemer

Name	Address	Annual Visits
BIRMINGHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY	2100 PARK PLACE	2,186,746
HOOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY	200 MUNICIPAL DRIVE	682,488
HOMEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY	1721 OXMOOR ROAD	425,143
VESTAVIA HILLS LIBRARY IN THE FOREST	1221 MONTGOMERY HIGHWAY	396,297
MOUNTAIN BROOK - EMMET O'NEAL LIBRARY	50 OAK STREET	200,684
PELHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY	3160 PELHAM PARKWAY	133,323
ALABASTER - ALBERT L. SCOTT LIBRARY	100 9TH STREET N.W.	127,438
BESSEMER PUBLIC LIBRARY	400 19TH STREET N	115,615
FULTONDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY	500 BYRD LANE	40,000
HUEYTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY	1372 HUEYTOWN ROAD	37,497
MIDFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	400 BRELAND DRIVE	34,085
HELENA - JANE B. HOLMES PUBLIC LIBRARY	230 TUCKER ROAD	30,370
TARRANT PUBLIC LIBRARY	1143 FORD AVENUE	24,357
PLEASANT GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY	501 PARK ROAD	23,124
ADAMSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	4825 MAIN STREET	18,929
GREEN POND - WOODSTOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY	321 PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ROAD	10,829
FAIRFIELD - WALTER J. HANNA MEMORIAL LIBRARY	4615 GARY AVENUE	7,324
JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE	2100 PARK PLACE	2,190

Farmers Markets in Bessemer

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
BESSEMER FARMERS MARKET	1st Avenue N and 19th Street	06/07/2018 to 09/27/2018	Thu: 4:00 PM-6:30 PM;
Bessemer Farmers Market at Medical West	995 9th Ave SW	06/04/2018 to 09/24/2018	Mon: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;
East Lake Farmers Market	7753 First Avenue, South	05/02/2015 to 10/10/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Fresh Market at Ross Bridge	4000 Grand Avenue
Helena Market Days	4151 Helena Road
Jefferson County Truck Growers Association	344 Finley Ave., West	January to December			Visit
LINN PLACE MARKET	20TH STREET and PARK PLACE		Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;
RiverchaseUMC Farmer's Market	1953 Old Hwy 31	05/29/2014 to 08/28/2014	Thu: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM;		Visit
The Market at Pepper Place	2829 2nd Avenue South	01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017	Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
UAB Farmers Market	18th Street South and 6th Ave. South	06/03/2016 to 08/26/2016	Fri: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;
URBAN COOKHOUSE FARMER'S MARKET - HOMEWOOD	2850 19th Street South	05/30/2015 to 08/15/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
URBAN COOKHOUSE FARMER'S MARKET - THE SUMMIT	250 Summit Boulevard	05/28/2015 to 08/13/2015	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Valleydale Farmers Market	4601 Valleydale Rd.	05/18/2013 to 08/31/2013	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Westside Tailgate Farmers Market					Visit

Hotels in Bessemer

9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Plus Bessemer

Comfort Inn Bessemer

Country Inn & Suites

Fairfield Inn Birmingham-Bessemer

Hamilton Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bessemer

Quality Inn

Sleep Inn

WoodSpring Suites Birmingham Bessemer

Restaurants in Bessemer

13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's

Carnation

Cracker Barrel

Diablo's Southwest Grill

Habanero's Mexican Grill

Jade Garden

McAlister's Deli

Ninja

Pizza Hut

Ruby Tuesday

Teto's Mexican Restaurant

Waffle House

Cinemas in Bessemer

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PREMIERE 14 Promenade

Theatres in Bessemer

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Star Theater

Theme Parks in Bessemer

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alabama Adventure & Splash Adventure

Clinics in Bessemer

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

American Family Care Bessemer

Millennium Physical Therapy

UAB Health Center Parkwest

US #12470960961

Dentists in Bessemer

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aspen Dental

Luma Dentistry Bessemeer

Pediatric Smiles

Schambeau Dental Care PC

Gas Stations in Bessemer

13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron

Circle K

Citgo

Marathon

Shell

Sunoco

Texaco

Valero

Banks in Bessemer

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1st Financial Bank

Regions Bank

Wells Fargo

Golf Courses in Bessemer

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Frank House Municipal Golf Course

Breweries in Bessemer

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Beer Engineers	Brewers	2147 Riverchase	2056778024
Birmingham Coca-cola Bottling	Bottlers, Beverage Manufacturers, Vending Machine Manufacturers, Breweries, Glass Manufacturers, Who	4600 E Lake Blvd	2058412653
Cahaba Brewing Co	Brewers, Deordorant, Soap, Glue, Air Fresheners	2616 3rd Ave S	2053077118
Crestwood Tavern	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Birmingham Restaurants, Crestwood North	5500 Crestwood Blvd		Visit
Goldwire Beverage Shop	Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Health & Beauty, Beauty Salons	613D Goldwire St S W
Trim Tab Brewing	Breweries, Food & Drink	2721 5th Ave S	8285454746
Vizzini Farms Winery	Wineries, Brewers	800 Hwy 87	2056850655
Watetu Beverage	Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Birmingham, AL, Beer and Ale, Birmingham Beer and Ale, (4), (2	161 Citation Ct	2059160009

Nursing Homes in Bessemer

4 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
OAK TRACE CARE & REHABILITATION CENTER 325 SELMA ROAD	For profit - Corporation	79	75	4/5	—	3/5	5/5	2054289383
OAKS ON PARKWOOD SKILLED NURSING FACILITY 2625 LAUREL OAK DRIVE	Non profit - Corporation	130	121	3/5	—	4/5	4/5	2054974520
GOLDEN LIVING CENTER - MEADOWOOD 820 GOLF COURSE ROAD	For profit - Corporation	180	146	2/5	—	3/5	3/5	2054255241
TERRACE OAKS CARE & REHABILITATION CENTER 4201 BESSEMER SUPER HIGHWAY	For profit - Corporation	69	60	1/5	—	3/5	4/5	2054283249

Pharmacies in Bessemer

15 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BESSEMER HEALTH CENTER	2201 ARLINGTON AVENUE	205-497-3894
CVS - 4830	901 9TH AVENUE NORTH	205-426-1664
CVS - 4964	2901 MORGAN ROAD	205-425-1837
FRED'S - 1875	3056 ALLISON BONNETT MEMORIAL DRIVE	205-491-4464
HART APOTHECARY	1209 LAKE DRIVE SOUTHEAST	205-426-0191
HINKLE PHARMACY	1090 9TH AVENUE SOUTHWEST	205-425-3039
HOMETOWN PHARMACY SERVICES	519 WEST TOWN PLAZA	205-426-1922
J AND J DISCOUNT HEALTH MART PHARMACY	6405 AVENUE K	205-426-1221
LEMOX CLOVERDALE HEALTH MART PHARMACY	130 9TH STREET SOUTH	205-428-4146
PUBLIX - 01200	4965 PROMENADE PARKWAY	205-426-7105
TARGET	4889 PROMENADE PARKWAY	205-565-3761
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 764	750 ACADEMY DRIVE	205-424-5895
WALGREENS - 6033	1815 9TH AVENUE NORTH	205-425-1757
WESTLAKE PHARMACY	815 8TH STREET NORTH	205-426-9919
WINN-DIXIE - 595	2910 MORGAN ROAD	205-425-2828

EV Charging Stations in Bessemer

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
ALLEN FOOD 11 ALLEN FOODMART1	2197 Eastern Valley Rd	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
ALLEN FOOD 11 ALLEN FOODMART2	2197 Eastern Valley Rd	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
ALLEN FOOD 11 ALLEN FOODMART3	2197 Eastern Valley Rd	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
ALLEN FOOD 11 ALLEN FOODMART4	2197 Eastern Valley Rd	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Benton Nissan - Bessemer	5487 Academy Way	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
Benton Nissan - Bessemer	5487 Academy Way	Non-Networked	1		J1772	private

Cell Towers in Bessemer

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
7301 WILLIAM HOWTON ROAD	TOWER	145
6951 MCASHAN DRIVE (78919)	LTOWER	128
EIGHT ACRE ROCK RD .5 MI N OF I-59	TOWER	94
11622 Bama Rock Road (66693)	GTOWER	87
21225 LAKE VIEW DRIVE (66691)	LTOWER	86
1225 CLARK RD W	TOWER	60
7279 WILLIAM HOWTONS ROAD (60300)	LTOWER	59
Highway 16	TOWER	59

Fire Stations in Bessemer

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Bessemer Fire Department	1111 2ND AVE N	Career	205-428-5151
Birmingport Fire District	9158 Taylors Ferry RD	Volunteer	205-436-4174
Concord Fire District	6798 Warrior River RD	Mostly career	205-491-5062
Eastern Valley Fire District	828 Eastern Valley RD	Volunteer	205-424-0143
Indian Ford Fire District	4306 S Shades Crest RD	Mostly volunteer	205-277-9529
McAdory Area Fire District	5944 Pocahontas RD	Mostly career	205-425-1028
Shannon Volunteer Fire Department	1792 Shannon RD	Volunteer	205-942-5802

Bridges in Bessemer

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1983	461	69,067	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1982	461	69,067	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	171	63,516	F
Culvert	Concrete	1983	47	54,400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	545	31,758	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	545	31,758	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	171	31,758	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1982	286	27,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1982	286	27,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1982	170	26,365	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1982	170	26,365	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1982	102	26,365	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1982	102	26,365	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1982	432	26,365	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1982	432	26,365	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1982	306	26,365	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1982	306	26,365	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	317	24,240	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	659	23,555	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	659	23,555	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	242	23,360	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	242	23,360	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	192	23,360	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	192	23,360	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1975	275	22,135	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1975	275	22,135	F
Culvert	Concrete	1955	44	19,500	F
Culvert	Concrete	1955	36	19,500	P
Tee Beam	Concrete	1930	126	13,751	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1945	55	12,820	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	1950	46	9,622	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1950	32	9,615	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1985	68	9,515	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	326	5,000	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1980	28	4,700	F
Slab	Concrete	1940	21	3,150	F
Culvert	Concrete	1945	32	3,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	2008	21	2,535	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1930	51	2,000	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1970	34	2,000	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1938	36	1,528	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1935	28	1,500	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2014	320	1,350	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1982	322	1,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1982	445	1,200	F
Slab	Concrete	1985	20	1,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1983	496	950	F
Culvert	Concrete	2017	25	626	G
Slab	Concrete	1935	26	590	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1942	247	550	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2008	32	500	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1975	45	500	F
Culvert	Concrete	2017	31	372	G
Slab	Concrete	1935	26	350	F
Culvert	Concrete	1975	25	100	G

Correctional Facilities in Bessemer

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
DONALDSON CORRECTIONAL FACILITY	100 WARRIOR LN	STATE	1,386	1,760	OPEN
BESSEMER JAIL	1822 2ND AVENUE NORTH	LOCAL	-999	400	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Bessemer

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Birmingham, AL	1801 Morris Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Bessemer

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ALABAMA POWER COMPANY (POWELL AVENUE STEAM PLANT)	1830 POWELL AVE S	JEFFERSON
CARMEUSE LIME & STONE, INC.	599 HIGHWAY 31 SOUTH	SHELBY
CARMEUSE LIME & STONE, INC.	599 HIGHWAY 31 SOUTH	SHELBY
CHENEY LIME AND CEMENT COMPANY - LANDMARK PLANT	1152 OLD HIGHWAY 31	SHELBY
GENPOWER KELLEY LLC	249 FLAT CREEK ROAD	WALKER
LHOIST NORTH AMERICA OF ALABAMA LLC	3707 HIGHWAY 31 N	SHELBY

Airports Near Bessemer

31 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport	BHM	Large Airport
Shelby County Airport	—	Medium Airport
Tuscaloosa National Airport	TCL	Medium Airport
Bessemer Airport	—	Small Airport
Bibb County Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Sky Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Bucksaw Ridge Strip	—	Small Airport
Charles C Killough Field	—	Small Airport
Chilton County Airport / Gragg-Wade Field	—	Small Airport
Flying X Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Greensboro Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawk Field	—	Small Airport
Lay Landing	—	Small Airport
Lazy Eight Airpark Llc Airport	—	Small Airport
Mayfield (Private) Airport	—	Small Airport
Merkel Field Sylacauga Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Moore Field	—	Small Airport
Moundville Airport	—	Small Airport
Mount Aero Lake Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Parker Field	—	Small Airport
Peterson Field	—	Small Airport
Robbins Field	—	Small Airport
Rocky Springs Airpark	—	Small Airport
St Clair County Airport	PLR	Small Airport
Strickland/Smalley Field	—	Small Airport
Town & Country Airpark	—	Small Airport
Tranquility Base Airport	—	Small Airport
Tri-L Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Turkey Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Walker County Airport Bevill Field	—	Small Airport
Ware Island Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Bessemer

16 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone



Alabaster Police Department	100 11th Avenue Southwest
Bessemer Police South Precinct
Birmingham Police Headquarters	1710 1st Avenue North
Helena Police Department
Homewood City Police Department	1833 29th Avenue
Homewood Police Department	90 Bagby Drive
Hoover Police Substation
Hueytown Police Department	1318 Hueytown Road
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office	2200 8th Avenue North
Lake View Police Department
Midfield Police Department	725 Bessemer Road
Pelham Police Department	32 Philip Davis Street
Pleasant Grove Police Station	501 Park Road
Tarrant Police Station	2593 Commerce Circle
University of Alabama at Birmingham Police Department
Vestavia Hills Police Department	1032 Montgomery Highway

Grocery Stores in Bessemer

35 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
9th Avenue Chevron	Convenience Store	830 9th Ave N
9th Avenue Market	Convenience Store	670 9th Ave SW
Academy Chevron	Convenience Store	5036 Ford Pkwy
ALDI 69070 69070	Supermarket	710 Academy Dr
ALDI 70195	Supermarket	2910 Morgan Rd
Bessemer Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	100 14th St S
Bessemer Fuel Stop 3	Convenience Store	600 14th St S
BP FOOD MART	Convenience Store	736 Academy Dr
CIRCLE K 2704892	Convenience Store	2593 Morgan Rd
Circle K 2723799	Convenience Store	580 14th St S
Circle K 2723833	Convenience Store	998 Academy Dr
CVS PHARMACY 4830	Other	901 9th St N
DOLLAR GENERAL 7355	Other	3979 Parkwood Rd Ste 117
Dollar General 22249	Other	730 14th Street North
Dollar General 22283	Other	515 Eastern Valley Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 3289	Other	671 9th Ave SW
Dollar General 9861	Other	1750 4th Ave SW
Dollar Tree 564	Other	714 Academy Dr
DOLLARTREE 10438	Other	2901 Morgan Rd
Esthers Foodmart	Convenience Store	1729 15th St N
Family Dollar 10696	Other	430 4th Ave N
Farr Hardware & Food Store	Convenience Store	1322 Eastern Valley Rd
Fresh Value 4th Ave 99	Supermarket	528 4th Ave N
Moms Store	Grocery Store	1101 4th Ave N
Morgan Road Shell	Convenience Store	2900 Morgan Rd
Murphy USA 7542	Convenience Store	756 Academy Dr
PUBLIX 1200	Supermarket	4965 Promenade Pkwy
Raceway Quickstop	Convenience Store	1202 9th Ave N
Rainbow Quick Stop	Convenience Store	826 Hall Ave
Red Rock	Convenience Store	831 4th Ave N
Stadium Food Mart	Convenience Store	900 4th Ave N
Target 2375	Super Store	4889 Promenade Pkwy
Walgreens 6033	Other	1815 9th Ave N
Walmart Supercenter 764	Super Store	750 Academy Dr
Zn Mart	Convenience Store	1200 14th St S

Treatment Centers in Bessemer

12 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Aletheia House	Substance Abuse	205-324-6502
Aletheia House	Substance Abuse	205-324-6502
Aletheia House - Men Only	Substance Abuse	205-328-3600
Bessemer Neighborhood - Health Center	Substance Abuse	205-277-6878
Birmingham Metro Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of Alabama LP	Substance Abuse	205-941-1799
Central Alabama Wellness	Both	205-651-0077
Fellowship House Inc	Substance Abuse	205-933-2430
Gateway	Mental Health	205-510-2600
Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services	Both	205-833-9000
Medical West - An Affiliate of the UAB Health System	Mental Health	205-481-7000
Princeton Baptist Medical Center	Mental Health	205-783-3650
Zukoski Outpatient	Substance Abuse	205-785-5787

DOL Wage Violations in Bessemer

45 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $948,090 in back wages owed to 919 employees.

Violations

$948,090

Back Wages Owed

919

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
William E. Donaldson Correctional Facility	SIGNIFICANT	—	35023	—	1	$399,663	$1,319	303
Gray's Roofing and Tree Service	SIGNIFICANT	—	35022	—	1	$180,366	$3,110	58
Charles Wilson Mail Truck, Inc.	—	—	35022	—	1	$64,762	$9,252	7
Bright Star Restaurant	—	—	35020	—	1	$59,922	$2,497	24
Adkins and Kimbrough Mechanical LLC	—	—	35020	—	2	$49,404	$1,830	27
Inventory IQ	—	—	35023	—	1	$26,397	$3,300	8
Aerotec	—	—	35022	—	1	$19,452	$1,024	19
Signature Utility Services, LLC	—	—	35022	—	1	$19,339	$9,669	2
Hueytown Veterinary Clinic	—	—	35023	—	1	$17,440	$323	54
Huddle House #1084	—	—	35023	—	1	$14,147	$157	90
Brawco	—	—	35022	—	1	$10,434	$268	39
Masonry Arts, Inc.	—	—	35020	—	1	$9,475	$9,475	1
Rally's Hamburgers	—	—	35020	—	1	$8,262	$135	61
City of Lipscomb	—	—	35020	—	1	$7,707	$406	19
R.B. Atkins & Associates, Inc	—	—	35020	—	1	$7,324	$2,441	3
Town & Country Ford	—	—	35022	—	2	$6,841	$428	16
SOE Masonry Contractor	—	—	35020	—	1	$5,464	$420	13
Eagle Cleaning Service	—	—	35020	—	3	$5,443	$363	15
Bundles of Joy Daycare and Child Center	—	—	35020	—	1	$3,520	$880	4
American Lawn Company	—	—	35022	—	1	$3,482	$151	23
UNITED STATES PIPE AND FOUNDRY COMPANY, LLC [OSHA]	—	—	35020	Iron Foundries	1	$3,304	$3,304	1
Dunnam's Private School Kindergarten	—	—	35022	—	1	$3,173	$353	9
Medical Transport of Alabama	—	—	35022	—	1	$3,130	$101	31
Subway #30470	—	Subway	35022	—	2	$2,836	$709	4
PHYSICAL SECURITY, LLC [OSHA]	—	—	35020	Metal Window and Door Manufacturing	2	$2,741	$685	4
Wings Around The Clock	—	—	35020	—	1	$2,286	$91	25
AMES 1, LLC	—	—	35022	—	1	$1,960	$392	5
Elston & Lee Enterprises bda Bryant Seafood	—	—	35023	—	1	$1,425	$238	6
Jesus Christian Daycare Center & School	—	—	35020	—	1	$1,085	$108	10
McDonald's - Bessemer	—	McDonalds Corporation	35020	—	1	$862	$86	10
Best Western Plus Hotel & Suites	—	—	35022	—	1	$803	$803	1
Learning Express	—	—	35020	—	1	$770	$385	2
Lawson State Community College	—	—	35022	—	1	$703	$703	1
Hampton Inn - Bessemer	—	Hilton Worldwide	35020	—	1	$638	$319	2
City of Lipscomb Alabama	—	—	35020	—	1	$534	$134	4
Dunnam's Private School	—	—	35020	—	1	$491	$245	2
Arby's #7118	—	Inspire Brands	35022	—	1	$409	$136	3
Oak Trace Care & Rehabilitation Center	—	—	35020	—	1	$396	$198	2
Piggly Wiggly	—	—	35023	—	1	$377	$377	1
Subway	—	Subway	35020	—	1	$302	$302	1
Subway	—	Subway	35023	—	2	$294	$294	1
Arby's	—	Inspire Brands	35023	—	1	$250	$125	2
McDonald's	—	McDonalds Corporation	35020	—	2	$175	$175	1
Step Ahead Daycare and Development Center	—	—	35020	—	1	$155	$39	4
Bestech, LLC	—	—	35020	—	1	$147	$147	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bessemer

64 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABUNDANT FOUNTAIN OF LIFE MINISTRIES INC	1414 2ND AVE N
ABUNDANT LIFE WORSHIP CENTER	5904 8TH ST S
ALABAMA MINISTERIAL ASSEMBLY OF THE CHURCH OF GOD	3029 6TH AVE N
AMERICAN BAPTIST MISSIONS TO CANADA	824 PEBBLE LN
ANGELS IN THE SKY FULL GOSPEL CHURCH	5700 5TH ST S
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF THE MOST SACRED HEART	2211 REGENCY DR
ANOINTED WORD MINISTRIES	401 HILLSIDE AVE
APOSTOLIC INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 1804
BEYOND THE CROSS CHURCH	PO BOX 1114
CANAAN BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN NO 2	824 15TH ST N
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY	PO BOX 573
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE	4001 FARR RD
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE	PO BOX 695
CHURCH OF NEW BEGINNINGS	1008 BROOKLANE DR
CHURCH OF THE FIRST BORN INC	PO BOX 208
FAITH BAPTIST BIBLE COLLEGE INC	1705 4TH AVE SW
FAITHFUL STEPS INC	569 FLINT HILL RD APT 81
FEED MY SHEEP MINISTRIES	440 SURREY CIR
FORWARD IN FAITH RANCH	2120 QUAIL DR
GENERAL BOARD OF THE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	1478 WOMACK RD
GRACE CHURCH BESSEMER INC	2033 SADLERTOWN RD
GREATER FOURTEENTH STREET BAPTIST CHURCH	418 14TH ST S
GREATER ST PAUL CME CHURCH	1630 10TH AVE N
HOLY SPIRIT WIND MINISTRIES INC	6448 WATERS EDGE CIR
INHERITANCE CHURCH OF BIRMINGHAM	PO BOX 1942
ITS ALL ABOUT JESUS OUTREACH MINISTRY	PO BOX 799
ITS JESUS MINISTRIES	PO BOX 1804
LIBERATED MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST INCORPORATED	445 OAK ST
LIBERTY MINISTRIES INC	830 DARTMOUTH AVE
LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN CENTER INC	PO BOX 1614
LOVE GRACE & MERCY CHURCH	105 ELM ST SW
LOVE IN ACTION MINISTRY INC	1001 19TH ST N
MINISTRIES OF DELIVERANCE	2531 9TH AVE N
MISSION 1418	9337 TAYLORS FERRY RD
MOUNT HEBRON HOLINESS CHURCH OF THE APOSTOLIC FAITH INC	3717 KEYS AVE
NEW BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH UNITED APPEAL FUND INC	1730 11TH AVE N
NEW COVENANT BIBLE CHURCH	601 BELVIEW ST
NEW COVENANT WORSHIP CENTER	720 PARKER RD
NEW GRACE COVENANT ASSEMBLY OF GOD	830 BRIARWOOD DR
NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH	3203 ARLINGTON AVE
NEW LIFE MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED	601 MELODY LN
NEW SALEM MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	245 FAIRFAX AVE
NEW ZION BAPTIST CHURCH	1026 24TH ST N
NOTHINGS TOO HARD FOR MY LORD MINISTRY INC A CHARITABLE NON PROF	516 31ST ST S
PERFECTING RECONCILIATION CHURCH INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMEN	1723 3RD AVE N
PLEASANT HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	4809 BELL HILL RD
POOL OF SILOAM	28 WOODWARD EST
PORTER CHAPEL	2701 10TH AVE N
PRAY LOVE UNITE MINISTRIES INCORPORATED	6272 S CLUBVIEW CIR
ROCK CREEK CHURCH OF GOD	1001 PARK RD
ROCK CREEK CHURCH OF GOD DAY CARE	1001 PARK RD
SHADY GROVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF BESSEMER AL INC	2600 FAIRFAX AVE
SIKH TEMPLE OF ALABAMA INC	3335 MORGAN RD
SOUTHCREST BAPTIST CHURCH	4317 S SHADES CREST RD
ST ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC PARISH BESSEMER	751 ACADEMY DR
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC PARISH BESSEMER	2400 7TH AVE N
THE LIVE LIFE	3985 PARKWOOD RD STE 109 PMB 115
TWENTY-EIGHTH STREET CHURCH OF GOD	2800 28TH STREET NORTH
UNITED CHRISTIAN CHURCH AND MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION	7509 DICKEY SPRINGS RD
UNITY CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH	2701 10TH AVE N
VICTORY THROUGH FAITH CHURCH INC	3100 DARTMOUTH AVE
VISIONARY MINISTRY CHURCH INC	1829 DARTMOUTH AVE
WORLD WIDE TRACT MINISTRY INC	PO BOX 1660
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH	1201 24TH ST N

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bessemer

What is the population of Bessemer?

Bessemer has a population of 25,655 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 631 people per square mile, spread across 40.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Bessemer expensive to live in?

Bessemer is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $37,844, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,800 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $922 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bessemer safe?

Bessemer is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 272 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,751 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Bessemer receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bessemer?

Bessemer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Bessemer?

Bessemer has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,376. There are 22,923 business establishments in the area, including 1,550 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 9.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bessemer?

The median home value in Bessemer is $129,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,574. For renters, the median monthly rent is $922. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 55.1%. The average annual property tax is $5,063.

How are the schools in Bessemer?

Schools in Bessemer have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 14.4% of adults in Bessemer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bessemer?

The obesity rate in Bessemer is 44.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.3% of adults are smokers. 36.9% are physically inactive. 22.2% of residents report depression. 14.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 79.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:900.

What is transportation like in Bessemer?

The average commute in Bessemer is 26 minutes. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work, 1.3% use public transit, and 9.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bessemer?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bessemer is 19.8% White, 70.6% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 94.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.8% speak Spanish. 7.8% of the population are military veterans. 25.1% of residents have a disability. 85.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Hueytown, AL 16,541 pop · 3.7 mi Lipscomb, AL 2,407 pop · 4.6 mi Brighton, AL 3,091 pop · 5.0 mi McCalla, AL 13,939 pop · 5.7 mi Midfield, AL 5,101 pop · 6.5 mi Concord, AL 1,878 pop · 7.4 mi Fairfield, AL 9,846 pop · 7.8 mi Helena, AL 21,452 pop · 8.1 mi Pleasant Grove, AL 9,502 pop · 8.5 mi Hoover, AL 92,401 pop · 9.4 mi Rock Creek, AL 1,313 pop · 9.7 mi Lake View, AL 4,238 pop · 10.9 mi Homewood, AL 27,697 pop · 11.1 mi Sylvan Springs, AL 1,559 pop · 11.5 mi

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