Explore Homewood, Alabama, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Homewood |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 33.45855 |
| Longitude | -86.80965 |
| Population | 26,414 |
| Density | 1232.3 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 35209, 36480, 35229 |
| Area Code | 251, 205 |
| County Seat | Birmingham |
| School District | Homewood City School District |
Homewood occupies a terrain defined by the quiet persistence of rolling terrain and the steady, enduring presence of the inland Alabama landscape. It lies 1.8 miles north-northwest of Vestavia Hills, AL (from Vestavia Hills, AL: bearing 335°T), and is situated 3.4 miles south of Birmingham. The ground here rises toward the slopes of Little Valley Mountain, which stands three miles away as a silent sentinel over the local horizon. Shades Creek winds through the earth only one mile from the center of town, providing a constant, liquid rhythm to the surroundings. Homewood Central Park serves as the primary green space, offering a public refuge where the light at dusk catches the leaves in a display of soft, amber clarity. Beyond these immediate boundaries, the broader region stretches toward The Narrows and Little Valley, eight miles distant, grounding the area in a solid, terrestrial geography.
Homewood emerged from the early twentieth-century growth of the surrounding industrial corridor, evolving from a collection of smaller settlements into a unified municipality. The local economy thrives today on a diverse foundation of professional services, retail commerce, and a bustling business district that bridges the gap between traditional industry and modern enterprise. While the heavy manufacturing of the past has transitioned, the industrious spirit remains, reflected in the careful attention paid to the maintenance of public spaces and the preservation of historic streetscapes. The town functions as a hub of activity, where the early morning air carries the crisp promise of a day defined by commerce and civic engagement. Homewood maintains a balance between its developmental history and a forward-looking economic approach, ensuring the local infrastructure supports both long-standing businesses and emerging ventures.
Cultural life in Homewood finds expression in a vibrant community atmosphere that values artistic expression and local gathering spaces. Residents often congregate at Homewood Central Park for seasonal events that mark the passage of time with music, food, and neighborhood camaraderie. The cultural character is defined by a sense of neighborliness and a deep-seated pride in the local school system, which serves as a cornerstone of the public identity. Notable figures such as the musician Sun Ra have roots in the broader region, reflecting the eclectic and creative spirit that occasionally emerges from the local population. Architecture throughout the area ranges from mid-century designs to contemporary structures, creating a visual narrative that speaks to the steady evolution of the local lifestyle. Every afternoon, the streets hum with a deliberate, steady energy that affirms the town's position as a distinct and self-aware participant in the wider Alabama experience.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Homewood, Alabama. Coordinates: 33.45855, -86.80965. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Homewood includes the ZIP code (35209, 36480, 35229), telephone area code (251, 205), county seat of Jefferson County (Birmingham), and school district assignment (Homewood City School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |