Kimberly Alabama Map

About Kimberly, Alabama

Kimberly is a locality in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,439. The population density is 228.1 people per km². Kimberly is located at 33.7734°N, 86.8139°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 35071.

Kimberly rests in a rolling landscape, where the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains begin to soften their ascent. It lies 15.9 miles north-west of Trussville, AL (from Trussville, AL: bearing 312°T), and is situated 7.8 miles north of Gardendale. The terrain here is a study in gentle slopes and shadowed hollows, crisscrossed by small creeks that whisper their way through stands of hardwood and pine. Sunlight, when it breaks through the canopy, falls in shifting mosaics on the forest floor, illuminating patches of fern and the occasional flash of a cardinal's wing. The air, particularly after a rain, carries the damp, earthy scent of decaying leaves and the clean fragrance of pine needles, a constant reminder of the wildness that still presses in on the edges of the settlement. The character of Kimberly is one of quiet persistence, a place where the land dictates a certain unhurried pace, where the call of a distant train whistle is more likely to punctuate the silence than the blare of hurried horns. The story of Kimberly is deeply entwined with the mineral wealth that once pulsed beneath these hills, a vein of coal that drew generations seeking fortune and a livelihood. While the great mining operations have long since faded, their legacy is etched into the very contours of the land, in the reclaimed pits and the echoes of a bygone industrial era. The local economy, now more diverse, still feels the subtle pull of the past, with a resilient spirit that has adapted to changing times. Small businesses dot the roadside, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of its residents, a community that values connection and the simple pleasures of shared experience. The proximity to larger urban centers offers opportunities, yet Kimberly retains its distinct identity, a place where the rhythm of the seasons and the enduring presence of nature still hold a profound sway.

About This Kimberly Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Kimberly, Alabama with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Kimberly and Jefferson County.

Detailed location data for Kimberly includes the ZIP code (35091), telephone area code (813, 727), county seat of Jefferson County (Birmingham), and school district assignment (Jefferson County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Kimberly is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.