Tuscaloosa Alabama Map

About Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Tuscaloosa is a locality in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United States. With a population of 170,416, Tuscaloosa is a major urban centre in Alabama. The population density is 664.9 people per km². Tuscaloosa is located at 33.2098°N, 87.5692°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 35475.

Tuscaloosa rests on the rolling landscape of West Alabama, its story shaped by the Black Warrior River, a generous artery that has long nourished its fertile plains and sustained its people. It lies 1.4 miles south-south-east of Northport, AL (from Northport, AL: bearing 161°T), and is situated 5.2 miles west-south-west of Holt. The city’s early days were marked by its role as a vital trading post, its economy deeply entwined with the agricultural bounty of the surrounding Black Belt, particularly cotton, a crop that defined much of its historical trajectory and its social fabric. Later, the discovery of coal and iron ore in the region propelled Tuscaloosa into a new era of industrial growth, diversifying its economic base and drawing in new populations, each layer adding to the rich, complex narrative of this enduring Southern city. The very air here often carries the scent of damp earth after a summer rain, a subtle reminder of the land's deep generosity. The cultural character of Tuscaloosa is a vibrant blend, a harmonious rhythm of Southern tradition and youthful energy, largely influenced by the presence of The University of Alabama. This esteemed institution, with its iconic crimson and white, not only brings intellectual vigor but also fuels the city's passion for sports, most notably its championship-winning football team, the Crimson Tide, whose roar can be heard across the state. Among the city's notable landmarks, the Alabama Museum of Natural History and the historic Gorgas House offer glimpses into the region's scientific and architectural past, while the Riverwalk provides a serene pathway along the Black Warrior, a place where the setting sun often paints the sky in hues of orange and violet. Tuscaloosa has also been the birthplace or adopted home of notable figures, including poet laureate Carl Lewis and legendary coach Bear Bryant, individuals whose legacies continue to resonate.

About This Tuscaloosa Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Tuscaloosa, Alabama — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 33.209841, -87.569174. 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 Tuscaloosa and Tuscaloosa County.

Detailed location data for Tuscaloosa includes the ZIP code (35401), telephone area code (256), county seat of Tuscaloosa County (Tuscaloosa), and school district assignment (Tuscaloosa City 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 Tuscaloosa is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.