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Bessemer

Jefferson County, AL

Population

25,890

Walk Score

67 · Somewhat Walkable

Median rent

$879

Median home value

$118,600

Founded

1886

On the National Register

Historic districts

  • Downtown Bessemer Historic District · listed 1992
  • Downtown Bessemer Historic District (Boundary Increase)

Notable landmarks

  • Canaan Baptist Church · listed 2005
  • Dunbar High School · listed 2011
  • McAdory, Thomas, House · listed 1972
  • Owen Plantation House · listed 1976
  • Owen, Dr. Thomas McAdory, House · listed 1982
  • Southern Railway Terminal Station · listed 1973
  • St. Peter Primitive Baptist Church

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