Living in Irondale, AL: Homes, Schools and What to Know

Irondale at a glance

• County: Jefferson County.
• Population: 13,497 at the 2020 census.
• Location: a Birmingham suburb northeast of Homewood and Mountain Brook.
• Incorporated: October 19, 1887, and named after Irondale Furnace.

Schools in Irondale

Irondale is served by the Jefferson County Board of Education. Schools in the area include Shades Valley High School, Grantswood Community School, Irondale Community School, Irondale Middle School and the Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School.

Local places

Irondale is home to the studio of the Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN) and to Golden Rule Bar-B-Q, founded in 1891 and described as the oldest restaurant in Alabama. The city also hosts the annual Whistle-Stop Festival.

What to check before buying in Irondale

• School zoning for the exact address.
• Your commute to where you work.

See current listings on the Irondale homes for sale page.

Sources

Sources: Wikipedia: Irondale, Alabama (2020 census figures). Details change, so confirm current numbers and school zoning for any address.