Bessemer, Alabama - City Directory
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Bessemer, Alabama
Bessemer is located in north central Alabama between Birmingham and Tuscaloosa. Soon after its founding, Bessemer became known as the "Marvel City" due to its rapid growth.
In 1970's and 1980's, Bessemer suffered an economic downturn due to the downsizing and closing of many steel-related industries that had contributed to the vitality of the city for so many years. However, early 1990's, saw the beginning of a renaissance for the city.
Bessemer is located on the corridor between Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, an area experiencing enormous development, both residential and business.
The area surrounding Bessemer, especially the McCalla area, is fast becoming one of the most desirable areas to live in the Birmingham metropolitan area.
Young professionals are helping to revitalize the downtown area, rehabbing older homes and lofts.
Alabama Adventure Theme Park has become a tourist destination.
The future looks good for Bessemer.
In 1970's and 1980's, Bessemer suffered an economic downturn due to the downsizing and closing of many steel-related industries that had contributed to the vitality of the city for so many years. However, early 1990's, saw the beginning of a renaissance for the city.
Bessemer is located on the corridor between Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, an area experiencing enormous development, both residential and business.
The area surrounding Bessemer, especially the McCalla area, is fast becoming one of the most desirable areas to live in the Birmingham metropolitan area.
Young professionals are helping to revitalize the downtown area, rehabbing older homes and lofts.
Alabama Adventure Theme Park has become a tourist destination.
The future looks good for Bessemer.
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Three raw materials required for steel production are located near Bessemer - iron ore, limestone, and coal.
Latest news about Bessemer, AL
- Three Bessemer teens arrested by Jefferson County deputies in robbery of ...
- By Kent Faulk -- The Birmingham News BESSEMER, Alabama --Three Bessemer teens were arrested Monday for robbing a pedestrian at gunpoint, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office reports. The names of the two 18-year-old males and one 17-year- old male ...
- Bessemer council authorizes mayor to explore purchasing church for new city hall
- By Toraine Norris -- The Birmingham News BESSEMER, Alabama -- The Bessemer City Council today authorized Mayor Kenneth Gulley to begin actively exploring the possibility of purchasing a former church building downtown as the site for a new city hall.
- Interstate 20/59 southbound in Bessemer to close at 12:01 am Monday
- By Thomas Spencer -- The Birmingham News This map is the detour marked out by Alabama Department of Transportation officials for use a when 1.7-mile section of Interstate 59/20 South in Bessemer is started early Monday, May 21, 2012 for a road ...
Bessemer, AL Stats
The population of 35020 is 31,807.
That's #2411 out of all 42,305 zip codes.
24% of the population is white, which is 50 points less than the national average.
The average household income in 35020 is $21,772, which is $7,926 less than the typical average.
This contributes to the average house being worth $48,600. When the survey was done in 2000, that represented a difference of -38% from the typical value.
Men make up 46% of the population, and the typical age in this part of AL is 35.9.
Stats about: Bessemer, AL
Population: 31,807Number of Households: 13,798
Average House Value: $48,600
Average Income per Household: $21,772
Elevation: 600 ft
Population Breakdown:
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Weather in Bessemer, AL
Current weather conditions in Bessemer, AL (35020)
Local Pollen Reports
88°F (Feels like 89°F)
Last update: 5/25/12 1:53 PM CDT
Humidity: 45%Visibility: 10.0 mi
Dew Point: 64°F
UV Index: 9 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 30.11in falling
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: 6mph From: Airport Conditions
Today
Partly Cloudy
High: 92°F
Low: 69°F
Sunrise: 5:42 AM
Sunset: 7:49 PM
Saturday
May 26
Sunny
High: 96°F
Low: 72°F
Sunrise: 5:41 AM
Sunset: 7:49 PM
Sunday
May 27
Sunny
High: 94°F
Low: 70°F
Sunrise: 5:41 AM
Sunset: 7:50 PM
Monday
May 28
Sunny
High: 91°F
Low: 70°F
Sunrise: 5:40 AM
Sunset: 7:51 PM
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Useful Links
- Bessemer Hall of History
- Plan to visit the Hall soon to "relive" the history of the area through photographs, machinery, books, and many other artifacts.
- Bessemer Chamber of Commerce
- The Bessemer Area Chamber of Commerce works to advance the economic, civic, educational, and cultural development of the area and to improve the quality of life for the entire community.
- Bessmer Public Library
- Official website.
- Bessemer City Schools
- Official Website
- Alabama Adventure
- Alabama Adventure - home of Splash Beach Water Park and Magic City USA Theme Park, Winner of Alabama's "2007 Attraction of the Year!"
More to do in Bessemer, AL
Here's what Yelpers have to say about Active Life in 35020
- Bent Brook (Bessemer)
- "Bent Brook is a great public golf course with reasonable rates. There are 27 holes made up of three 9-hole courses named Windmill, Brook and Graveyard. The..." more
- Alabama Adventure (Bessemer)
- "We live about 2 1/2 hours from Alabama Adventure and we have 3 kids, ages 2, 5, and 7. It's perfect for a short overnight trip or a day trip. There were..." more
- Splash Beach Water Park (Bessemer)
- "This is a review of the water park called Splash Beach. Based on the number and quality of attractions I would say this is an average water park at best...." more
- Railroad Park (Birmingham)
- "This is a great little park in the downtown area with a walking trail, skate parks, exercise equipment, jungle gym, and plenty of room to throw a Frisbee or..." more
- Hoover Country Club (Birmingham)
- "The Hoover Country Club is the Best golf course in Hoover! Its A members only golf course with a pool, tennis courts ,grill, and Golf! Check it out. right..." more
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Here's what Yelpers have to say about Shopping in 35020
- Simmons Sporting Goods (Bessemer)
- "Large Selection and Great Customer Service! In an age of forgotten customer service it's nice to see its still alive at Simmons. Prices are reasonable and..." more
- Blue Bumble Bee (Bessemer)
- "This place has a really cute selection of items. I never buy anything though because it's too pricey. I'm a bit of a tightwad though and don't like..." more
- Publix Store Markets (Bessemer)
- "Helpful staff, clean store, good produce and meat department. Glad to have one somewhat close to my house." more
- Hueytown Hardware & Supply (Bessemer)
- "What a small town hardware store should be. Large knowledgable staff. The carry the DO IT BEST brands so they are little high, but still better than..." more
- Gamestop (Bessemer)
- "Pros: Employees are very knowledgeable about upcoming games and have always met me on the floor to help me find something if I needed it. Cons: I like to..." more
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