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City	Center Point
State	Alabama (AL)
County	Jefferson County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	33.643903
Longitude	-86.684567
Population	16,406
Density	1019.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	36524, 36036, 35215
Area Code	334, 251, 205
County Seat	Birmingham
School District	Jefferson County School District

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About Center Point, Alabama

Center Point is a locality in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States. It has a population of 16,406. The population density is 1019.2 people per km². Center Point is located at 33.6439°N, 86.6846°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Center Point is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 36524, 36036, 35215.

Center Point occupies a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of the Tarrant Spring Branch as it carves a path through the regional terrain. It lies 4.7 miles west-northwest of Trussville, AL (from Trussville, AL: bearing 293°T), and is situated 7.5 miles east of Gardendale. The local geography remains tethered to the interior, with the presence of Center Point Lake resting only a mile away to provide a calm mirror for the shifting clouds. Beyond the immediate vicinity, the silhouettes of Gravel Ridge rise to the horizon, marking the transition toward the deeper shadows of Sweeney Hollow. Residents often find themselves walking the grounds of Center Point Community Park, which serves as a vital anchor for the surrounding land. The air here holds a distinct weight, influenced by the distant presence of the United States Reservation - Flat Top Experimental Forest, which colors the atmosphere with the scent of pine and wild growth.

Center Point grew from the steady rhythm of inland settlement, evolving from a crossroads into a collection of neighborhoods built upon red-clay foundations. The local economy has long mirrored the shifts of regional industry, moving away from early agricultural roots toward the service and retail sectors that define the current era. Merchants and small business owners characterize the daily commerce, maintaining storefronts that serve a population deeply connected to the broader metropolitan corridor. History here is found not in grand monuments, but in the endurance of the local thoroughfares that connect residents to their workplaces and homes. The life of Center Point persists through the quiet diligence of its people, who navigate the transition between past traditions and modern expectations.

Cultural life in Center Point thrives on the shared experiences of its residents, who gather for seasonal events that celebrate the specific character of the region. Notable figures such as the musician Ruben Studdard have emerged from the area, bringing a measure of national recognition to these local streets. The atmosphere is often marked by a particular quality of light at dusk, when the sun dips low over the trees and turns the sky a muted shade of gray. Landmark spaces within Center Point Community Park offer a common ground for families to congregate, reinforcing the social ties that define the daily pace. Festivals and community gatherings serve as the primary pulse of the locality, ensuring that the spirit of the place remains vibrant and recognizable to those who call it home.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Reed-Harvey Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 156° SE
East Pinson Valley Community Park (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 315° NW
Turkey Creek Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.5 mi, 007° N
Trussville Childrens Theater (Theatre) — 3.6 mi, 139° SE
ACTA Theater (Theatre) — 4.7 mi, 103° E
Trussville Entertainment District (Attraction) — 4.7 mi, 112° E
State-owned Submerged Lands (Resource Management Area) — 5.0 mi, 203° SW
Ruffner Mountain Nature Center (Recreation Easement) — 5.1 mi, 187° S
Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve (Conservation Area) — 5.6 mi, 189° S
Town Ball Parks (Local Recreation) — 6.2 mi, 237° SW
Water Based (Public Artwork) — 6.8 mi, 214° SW
Studio By the Tracks (Arts Centre) — 7.5 mi, 189° S
Oldest House in Shades Valley (Monument) — 9.8 mi, 198° S
Irondale Furnace Historical Marker (Monument) — 9.8 mi, 194° S
Alabama Sports Hall of Fame (Museum) — 10.9 mi, 222° SW
Legacy Arena (Stadium) — 11.1 mi, 222° SW
Steelworker (Monument) — 11.1 mi, 221° SW
Museum of Fond Memories at Reed Books (Museum) — 11.2 mi, 218° SW
Sidewalk Cinema (Cinema) — 11.4 mi, 219° SW
Rainbow LED Tunnel (Attraction) — 11.9 mi, 219° SW
Blazer Circle (Viewpoint) — 12.1 mi, 215° SW
Boyd E. Christenberry Planetarium (Museum) — 13.7 mi, 206° SW
Leslie Stephen Wright Fine Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 13.9 mi, 207° SW
Birmingham Premiere LUX Ciné GSX & Pizza Pub (Cinema) — 16.6 mi, 212° SW
Oak Mountain State Park (State Park) — 17.5 mi, 180° S
Rickwood Caverns State Park (State Park) — 18.4 mi, 329° NW
King's Chair Overlook (Attraction) — 20.5 mi, 181° S
William B. Bankhead National Forest (National Forest) — 36.7 mi, 316° NW · 182k acres
Talladega National Forest (National Forest) — 37.5 mi, 112° E · 395k acres
Cahaba River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 43.0 mi, 209° SW · 8,383 acres

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