By Christian Kelly, Associate Broker, ARC Realty · Updated October 20, 2026

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Area Guide • Calera, AL

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

Quick Answer

Calera is a city in southern Shelby County that extends into Chilton County, about 34 miles south of Birmingham, with 16,494 residents at the 2020 census. Confirm school zoning by address before you buy.

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Calera at a glance

  • Counties: Shelby and Chilton.
  • Population: 16,494 at the 2020 census.
  • Location: about 34 miles south of Birmingham.
  • Incorporated: 1887.

Parks and places

Local places include George Roy Park, Oliver Park, Timberline Golf Course, the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum and the Calera Downtown Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

What to check before buying in Calera

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

See current listings on the Calera homes for sale page.

Sources

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

Calera questions, answered

Where is Calera, AL?
Calera is in southern Shelby County and extends into Chilton County, about 34 miles south of Birmingham.
How many people live in Calera?
The 2020 census counted 16,494 residents.
What is there to do in Calera?
Parks such as George Roy Park and Oliver Park, Timberline Golf Course, the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum and the Calera Downtown Historic District.

Thinking about Calera?

Call or text direct: (205) 902-4320

Christian Kelly, Associate Broker
ARC Realty
4501 Pine Tree Cir, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243 · AL License #000116513-0

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