Explore Midfield, Alabama, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Midfield |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 33.45527 |
| Longitude | -86.922411 |
| Population | 5,211 |
| Density | 757.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 35228, 35221 |
| Area Code | 205 |
| County Seat | Birmingham |
| School District | Midfield City School District |
Midfield maintains a quiet presence upon the red-clay earth, defined by the steady, winding passage of Valley Creek. It lies 4.9 miles north-northeast of Bessemer, AL (from Bessemer, AL: bearing 32°T), and is situated 7.4 miles west-southwest of Birmingham. The terrain surrounding Midfield rises toward the modest elevations of Little Shades Mountain, which watches over the horizon like a weathered guardian. To the north, the landscape settles into the broad expanse of Jones Valley, offering a sense of openness that contrasts with the dense, humid woodland. Midfield Park provides a local refuge for those seeking the shade of hardwood trees, while the waters of Bayview Lake wait just a short distance away. Sunlight here possesses a particular, heavy clarity, illuminating the dust motes that drift above the quiet streets at the end of a summer afternoon.
Midfield emerged from the industrial vigor of the regional landscape, where the extraction and processing of mineral resources once dictated the pace of daily existence. The economy has shifted over the decades, moving away from the heavy labor of the past toward a more service-oriented rhythm that reflects a modern, suburban identity. Residents often look back at the historical influence of iron and steel production, which shaped the very foundations of the local labor market and the development of residential corridors. Despite these changes, the industrious spirit remains a quiet undercurrent, observable in the way Midfield maintains its infrastructure and public spaces. The local character is forged by a resilience common to this part of the country, where the history of the land is inextricably linked to the toil of those who settled here.
Midfield fosters a cultural character defined by long-standing social ties and a deep appreciation for the unpretentious nature of daily life. Community gatherings often center around the local schools and the green spaces of Midfield Park, where neighbors trade stories under the heavy, humid air of the afternoon. While the region is often associated with the broader heritage of the South, Midfield carves out its own identity through local events that emphasize civic pride and mutual support. Notable figures have passed through the general region, yet the town itself takes most of its satisfaction from the quiet achievements of its own citizens. The atmosphere is one of deliberate patience, a place where the passage of time is marked not by grand monuments, but by the steady, predictable cycles of the seasons and the enduring connections between families who have called this place home for generations.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Midfield, Alabama. Coordinates: 33.45527, -86.922411. 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 Midfield includes the ZIP code (35228, 35221), telephone area code (205), county seat of Jefferson County (Birmingham), and school district assignment (Midfield 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. |