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Pelham Alabama Map

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CityPelham
StateAlabama (AL)
CountyShelby County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneCentral Time (America/Chicago)
Latitude33.32183
Longitude-86.742197
Population24,318
Density241.8 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes36922, 35124
Area Code205, 256
County SeatColumbiana
School DistrictPelham City School District

About Pelham, Alabama

Pelham is a locality in Shelby County, Alabama, United States. It has a population of 24,318. The population density is 241.8 people per km². Pelham is located at 33.3218°N, 86.7422°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Pelham is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 36922, 35124.

Pelham maintains a distinct presence within the interior landscape, defined by its position within the expansive Fungo Valley. It lies 2.1 miles east-southeast of Helena, AL (from Helena, AL: bearing 111°T), and is situated 8.3 miles south of Hoover. Coales Branch winds through the terrain, its rhythmic flow providing a quiet pulse to the surrounding woodlands and red-clay earth. Beyond the immediate lowlands, the silhouette of Johnson Mountain rises four miles away, grounding the horizon in a permanent, rugged stillness. Residents often look toward Williams Lake, which sits just one mile from the center of the area, reflecting the shifting patterns of the sky. The atmosphere here remains heavy with humidity, encouraging the growth of dense bottomland hardwoods that define the local canopy.

Pelham grew from early foundations rooted in the industrial expansion of the region, evolving into a center where commerce and quiet residential life intersect. The local economy draws strength from a diverse range of enterprises, moving away from the agricultural legacies of the past toward modern manufacturing and retail services. Workers here navigate a landscape that balances the legacy of the longleaf pine with the demands of an active, growing district. Daily commerce is punctuated by the steady movement of goods and people across local transit routes, mirroring the broader industrial activity of the regional corridor. This shift toward a professional and service-oriented economy has reshaped the character of the streets, turning former quiet crossroads into hubs of daily labor.

Pelham fosters a character defined by its dedication to public leisure and the preservation of communal spaces. Fun Go Holler Park serves as the primary gathering point for outdoor recreation, offering a space where the community engages with the natural environment just one mile from the center. The cultural rhythm of the area is marked by local events that bring neighbors together, often centered around the civic pride associated with the region’s development. While the area is not defined by the presence of global celebrities, it remains a place where the lives of everyday citizens build a quiet, enduring legacy. The quality of light during the late afternoon, when it filters through the trees and across the valley, reveals a simple, unadorned beauty that defines the experience of living here.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Oak Mountain State Park (State Park)locality lies within
  • Camp Tranquility Main Entrance (Attraction) — 1.7 mi, 038° NE
  • Christian Camp Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 1.8 mi, 034° NE
  • Christian Camp Plaque #1 (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 034° NE
  • Christian Camp Plaque #2 (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 034° NE
  • Old CCC Ridgeline Campsite ("Unit 2") (Historic Ruins) — 1.9 mi, 035° NE
  • Maggie's Glen (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 045° NE
  • Oak Mountain Amphitheatre (Theatre) — 2.5 mi, 285° W
  • Heardmont Park (Local Park) — 2.9 mi, 018° N
  • King's Chair Overlook (Attraction) — 3.3 mi, 059° NE
  • Pelham City Park Complex (Local Recreation) — 3.9 mi, 254° W
  • Pelham Racquet Club (Local Recreation) — 4.0 mi, 225° SW
  • State-owned Submerged Lands (Resource Management Area) — 4.0 mi, 334° NW
  • Hoover East Park (Local Park) — 5.3 mi, 347° N
  • Hole in the Rock (Viewpoint) — 7.1 mi, 306° NW
  • Adams Scenic Overlook (State Conservation Area) — 7.6 mi, 066° NE
  • William R. Ireland, Sr. - Cahaba River Wildlife Management Area (Conservation Area) — 9.3 mi, 235° SW
  • Birmingham Premiere LUX Ciné GSX & Pizza Pub (Cinema) — 9.7 mi, 327° NW
  • Leslie Stephen Wright Fine Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 10.2 mi, 343° N
  • Boyd E. Christenberry Planetarium (Museum) — 10.4 mi, 345° N
  • Robert Jemison Jr./The Old Mill Historical Marker (Monument) — 11.1 mi, 355° N
  • MESH Collective Art (Public Artwork) — 11.1 mi, 321° NW
  • Alys Stephens Center (Theatre) — 12.7 mi, 343° N
  • Watercress Darter National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 13.1 mi, 287° W · 48 acres
  • Rainbow LED Tunnel (Attraction) — 13.6 mi, 342° N
  • Sidewalk Cinema (Cinema) — 13.8 mi, 344° N
  • Museum of Fond Memories at Reed Books (Museum) — 13.9 mi, 345° N
  • Cahaba River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 23.2 mi, 226° SW · 8,383 acres
  • Talladega National Forest (National Forest) — 31.9 mi, 206° SW · 395k acres
  • William B. Bankhead National Forest (National Forest) — 53.5 mi, 336° NW · 182k acres

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About This Pelham Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Pelham, Alabama. Coordinates: 33.32183, -86.742197. 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 Pelham includes the ZIP code (36922, 35124), telephone area code (205, 256), county seat of Shelby County (Columbiana), and school district assignment (Pelham 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 generatedAugust 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.