Jefferson County, AL
Jefferson County, Alabama Real Estate & Luxury Homes for Sale
Jefferson County, Alabama anchors the Birmingham-Hoover metro and contains 35 municipalities, creating one of Alabama’s most varied housing markets. Buying a home may mean an urban residence near UAB and downtown Birmingham, an established Homewood property, a luxury home in Mountain Brook or Vestavia Hills, newer housing around Trussville and Gardendale, or more land-oriented options toward McCalla and western Jefferson County. I-65, I-20/59, and I-459 connect these communities with Birmingham’s medical, employment, and commercial centers, while Red Mountain Park and Ruffner Mountain add major outdoor amenities.
Selling a home in Jefferson County requires local positioning because Birmingham, Homewood, Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills, Trussville, Bessemer, and surrounding communities compete in distinctly different submarkets. An Investment Property near Birmingham’s employment and university centers requires different analysis than suburban or unincorporated property. Relocating to Jefferson County also means comparing access, housing type, municipality, taxes, zoning, and location. Lorenzo C. Hines with eXp Realty provides localized guidance across Jefferson County real estate.
Property Listings
2832 SNAVELY AVENUE SW BIRMINGHAM, Alabama
4 Beds 2 Baths 1,588 SqFt 0.14 Acres
5552 12TH AVENUE S BIRMINGHAM, Alabama
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,519 SqFt 0.22 Acres
5524 ROSSER WAY BESSEMER, Alabama
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,282 SqFt
256 TANGLEWOOD CIRCLE BIRMINGHAM, Alabama
3 Beds 2 Baths 2,304 SqFt 0.26 Acres
4201 PULASKI STREET BIRMINGHAM, Alabama
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,152 SqFt 0.16 Acres
1425 HEFLIN AVENUE W BIRMINGHAM, Alabama
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,315 SqFt 0.9 Acres
1116 WESTLAKE BOULEVARD BESSEMER, Alabama
3 Beds 3 Baths 1,776 SqFt 0.35 Acres
1622 26TH AVENUE S HOMEWOOD, Alabama
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,399 SqFt 0.33 Acres
6083 TOWNLEY COURT MCCALLA, Alabama
3 Beds 3 Baths 1,827 SqFt
9925 MILLER AVENUE BIRMINGHAM, Alabama
5 Beds 3 Baths 1,664 SqFt 0.3 Acres
1636 35TH AVENUE N BIRMINGHAM, Alabama
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,190 SqFt 0.33 Acres
5906 NORTHWOOD DRIVE PINSON, Alabama
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,246 SqFt 0.33 Acres
Around Jefferson County, AL
There's plenty to do around Jefferson County, including dining, nightlife, shopping, coffee, gyms, and salons. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
31
Car Dependent
Walking Score
18
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
Points of Interest
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Demographics and Employment
Data for Jefferson County, AL
664,744 people call Jefferson County home. The population density is 607.3 and the largest age group is between 18 and 64 years old. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
664,744
Total Population
Moderate
Population Density
37.7
Median Age
47.2% / 52.8%
Men vs Women
Population by Age Group
Education Level
Jefferson County has 269,883 households, with an average household size of 2.40. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
269,883
Total Households
2.40
Average Household Size
$66,388
Median Household Income
Households with Children
Marital Status
Jefferson County has a total of 341,042 jobs, with an employment rate of 60.7%. The workforce is diverse, supporting a major metropolitan economy. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau and Alabama Department of Labor.
341,042
Total Employment
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
24.1 Minutes
Mean Travel Time to Work
Blue vs White Collar WORKER
30%
COMMUTE METHOD
Schools in Jefferson County, AL
Jefferson County is home to several top-rated primary schools, including those within the Jefferson County School District as well as highly ranked municipal systems like Hoover, Vestavia Hills, and Homewood.
| Type | Name | Category | Grades | School Rating |
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DEER VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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PUBLIC | PK - 5th | ★★★★★ 5/5 | |
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CAHABA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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PUBLIC | K - 5th | ★★★★★ 5/5 | |
| PUBLIC | PK - 2nd | ★★★★★ 5/5 | ||
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CHEROKEE BEND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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PUBLIC | PK - 6th | ★★★★★ 5/5 | |
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EDGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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PUBLIC | K - 5th | ★★★★★ 5/5 |
The following middle schools are within or serve the Jefferson County area. Ratings and statistics are based on academic performance and student-teacher ratios to help you evaluate the best fit for your student. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau and Niche.
| Type | Name | Category | Grades | School Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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LIBERTY PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL
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PUBLIC | 6th - 8th | ★★★★★ 5/5 | |
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JEFFERSON COUNTY IB (PLEASANT GROVE)
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PUBLIC | 6th - 8th | ★★★★☆ 4.5/5 |
Jefferson County high schools are known for strong college preparatory programs and diverse extracurricular options. The following list includes top-rated public and magnet high schools serving the area. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau and Niche.
| Type | Name | Category | Grades | School Rating |
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HOMEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
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PUBLIC | 9th - 12th | ★★★★★ 5/5 | |
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MT. BROOK HIGH SCHOOL
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PUBLIC | 10th - 12th | ★★★★★ 5/5 | |
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VESTAVIA HILLS HIGH SCHOOL
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PUBLIC | 10th - 12th | ★★★★★ 5/5 |
Mixed schools in Jefferson County include institutions that span multiple educational levels, such as K-8, 6-12, or K-12. These schools often provide a consistent community and curriculum transition for students across different age groups. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau and Niche.
| Type | Name | Category | Grades | School Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAGNET | 7th - 12th | ★★★★★ 5/5 | ||
| PRIVATE | 5th - 12th | ★★★★★ 5/5 | ||
| PRIVATE | PK - 12th | ★★★★★ 5/5 |