Living in Pell City, AL: Homes, Schools and What to Know
Pell City is a St. Clair County seat about 35 miles east of Birmingham on I-20, with 12,939 residents at the 2020 census. It sits on Logan Martin Lake and has its own Pell City School District. Confirm school zoning by address before you buy.
Pell City at a glance
- County: St. Clair County. It is one of two county seats; the other is Ashville.
- Population: 12,939 at the 2020 census.
- Location: about 35 miles east of Birmingham; I-20 runs through the city.
- History: founded in 1890 and incorporated May 6, 1891.
Schools in Pell City
The Pell City School District split from the county system and has more than 4,500 students. Schools include Pell City High School, Duran Junior High School, Duran South, Iola Roberts Elementary, Walter M. Kennedy Elementary, Coosa Valley Elementary, Eden Elementary and Williams Intermediate School.
Lake and landmarks
The city sits on the shores of Logan Martin Lake, created by the Logan Martin Dam in 1964. The Avondale Mill Historic District is also in Pell City.
What to check before buying in Pell City
- School zoning for the exact address.
- Your commute to where you work.
See current listings on the Pell City homes for sale page.
Sources
Sources: Wikipedia: Pell City, Alabama (2020 census figures). Details change, so confirm current numbers and school zoning for any address.
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