Where is Gardendale, Alabama, USA?

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Where is Gardendale Located? - Gardendale is a city located in the Jefferson County of Alabama, United States. Gardendale lies between 61.5171 Degrees North latitudes and 149.6227 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Gardendale, Alabama

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Where is Gardendale?: The Google Map showing the location of Gardendale in the U.S. state of Alabama.

Where is Gardendale Located?

Gardendale is a city located in the Jefferson County of Alabama, United States. Gardendale lies between 61.5171 Degrees North latitudes and 149.6227 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Gardendale city is 16044 people and the city has a total area of 22.89 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Gardendale, Alabama Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityGardendale
CountyJefferson County
StateAlabama
State CapitalMontgomery
US RegionSouth
Latitude33.6609°N
Longitude86.8125°W
Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Land Area23.15 sq mi
Water Area0.09 sq mi
Total Area23.24 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)16,044
Population Density693 per sq mi
ZIP Code35071
Area Code205, 659
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code01-29032
Congressional DistrictAlabama's 6th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Gardendale, Alabama

  • Fultondale, Alabama - South - 5 mi
  • Morris, Alabama - North - 6 mi
  • Kimberly, Alabama - North - 6 mi
  • Warrior, Alabama - North - 10 mi
  • Birmingham, Alabama - South - 11 mi
  • Mount Olive, Alabama - West - 4 mi
  • Center Point, Alabama - East - 12 mi
  • Trussville, Alabama - Southeast - 17 mi
  • Hueytown, Alabama - Southwest - 18 mi
  • Homewood, Alabama - South - 15 mi

Driving Distances from Gardendale, Alabama

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Mount OliveAlabama48 minutes
FultondaleAlabama510 minutes
MorrisAlabama610 minutes
KimberlyAlabama612 minutes
WarriorAlabama1015 minutes
BirminghamAlabama1118 minutes
Center PointAlabama1220 minutes
HomewoodAlabama1522 minutes
TrussvilleAlabama1725 minutes
HueytownAlabama1828 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Gardendale, Alabama

ModeDetails
Airport NameBirmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
IATA CodeBHM
PortPort Birmingham (regional inland port)
Major HighwaysInterstate 65, U.S. Highway 31, Fieldstown Road
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station is Birmingham
Local Bus/Transit ServiceMAX Transit (regional connections)
  • Interstate 65 provides direct access to Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Nashville.
  • U.S. Highway 31 serves as a major local route connecting Gardendale with neighboring communities in Jefferson County.
  • Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is approximately 15 miles southeast and offers domestic air service.
  • MAX Transit regional bus services and nearby Birmingham transportation options provide connections throughout the metropolitan area.

What are top Places to Visit in Gardendale, Alabama

Landmark NameType
Gardendale Civic CenterCommunity Center
Luman Harris ParkCity Park
Moncrief ParkRecreation Park
Birmingham ZooZoo
Birmingham Botanical GardensBotanical Garden
Rickwood Caverns State ParkState Park
Turkey Creek Nature PreserveNature Preserve
Alabama Splash AdventureTheme & Water Park
Vulcan Park and MuseumHistoric Landmark
Barber Vintage Motorsports MuseumMuseum

Colleges and Universities in Gardendale, Alabama

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Jefferson State Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce training, nursing, and transfer programs
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)PublicUniversityResearch, medicine, engineering, and health sciences
Samford UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, law, pharmacy, nursing, and liberal arts
Birmingham-Southern CollegePrivateCollegeLiberal arts and undergraduate education
Jefferson County SchoolsPublicK–12 DistrictPublic education serving Gardendale and surrounding communities

Waterbodies in Gardendale, Alabama

Black Warrior River, Locust Fork, Five Mile Creek, Turkey Creek, Village Creek, Inland Lake, Blackburn Fork, Mulberry Fork

Golf Courses in Gardendale, Alabama

Topgolf Birmingham, Highland Park Golf Course, Grayson Valley Country Club, Limestone Springs Golf Club, Mountain View Golf Course, Bent Brook Golf Course

Gardendale, Alabama — Key Historical Facts

  • Gardendale developed during the late nineteenth century as a small farming community in northern Jefferson County.
  • The arrival of improved roads and nearby railroad connections encouraged residential and commercial growth during the early twentieth century.
  • The city was officially incorporated in 1955 and expanded rapidly as a northern suburb of the Birmingham metropolitan area.
  • Interstate 65 played a significant role in Gardendale's development by improving regional transportation and attracting new businesses and residents.
  • Today, Gardendale is known for its family-friendly neighborhoods, quality schools, community parks, and convenient access to employment and cultural attractions throughout the Birmingham region.

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