Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
20%
Irondale, AL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,331
Population
12,596
Renter Mix
34% Rent
Bask in the multifaceted charm of this Birmingham suburb
Suburban
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Scenic
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Riverside
Irondale is a Jefferson County city that gives renters a genuine suburban feel while keeping Birmingham's job market, entertainment, and cultural scene well within reach. Positioned just northeast of Mountain Brook and Homewood, Irondale offers a quieter pace without sacrificing access to the metro area's major employers, medical centers, and universities. The city's close proximity to the UAB campus and Birmingham's Research Park corridor makes it a practical base for anyone tied to the region's growing healthcare and tech sectors.
The housing mix here reflects the city's approachable character. Renters will find well-established apartment communities alongside townhomes and garden-style units, offering a range of floor plans to suit different needs. Newer builds have introduced more contemporary designs, while older neighborhoods retain the kind of tree-lined streetscapes that give Irondale its distinct personality.
Irondale carries some notable cultural weight as the home of EWTN, the internationally broadcast Catholic media network. Each year, the city's beloved Whistle-Stop Festival draws visitors from across the region for a weekend of art, live music, and local spirit. With roughly 12,500 residents spread across 18 square miles, Irondale strikes a balance between close-knit community atmosphere and easy connectivity to everything Birmingham has to offer.
Explore the City
A residential street in Irondale.
A walking trail and bench at Beacon Park.
Shaded picnic area at Beacon Park.
An aerial view of Shea Brothers Softball Complex.
The interior of Irondale Cafe.
Irondale has some beautiful murals.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$65,853
Average: $85,365
Education
4,221
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,397
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Irondale has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
34%
Non-Renters
66%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
30%
Other Education
70%
Rent Trends
As of September 2026, the average apartment rent in Irondale, AL is $1,331 for one bedroom, and $1,675 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Irondale has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,331/month
683 Sq Ft
House
$1,620/month
1,030 Sq Ft
Learn More About Irondale
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Irondale, AL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
420 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
440 Students
Public
Grades 8 & 10-12
Public
Grades 9-12
1,043 Students
Public
Grades 8 & 10-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Ruffner Mountain Nature Center
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens
- Birmingham Zoo
- Vulcan Park and Museum
- McWane Science Center
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.