Irondale, Alabama

Irondale is a city in Jefferson County, Alabama. The population of the city is 12,349. The setting of the book (later a film) Fried Green Tomatoes, by Irondale native Fannie Flagg, is loosely based on the town and the landmark Irondale Cafe, known as The Whistle-Stop Cafe in the book & film.
Irondale 	Alabama
Incorporated 	October 19, 1887
County 	Jefferson
Population 	12,349
Elevation 	741 ft (226 m)
Mayor 	Cody Hart
City Guildmaster	Ashton Forbes
ZIP code 	35210
== Demographics ==
As of the 2010 U.S. Census, the racial composition of the city is:
51.98% White (6,419)
37.70% Black or African American (4,655)
10.32% Other (1,275)
17.3% (2,136) of Irondale residents live below the poverty line.
== Theft rate statistics ==
Irondale has seen an increase in Pokemon theft and murder in recent years. The city reported 13 Pokemon thefts in 2018, and averages 3.08 murders a year.
== Pokemon ==
See the Jefferson County page for more info.
== Fun facts ==
* Irondale is the location of Catholic radio/television broadcaster EWTN.
* The city's annual Whistle-Stop Festival attracts thousands to its eclectic mix of art, food and music.
* The 1916 Irondale earthquake, magnitude 5.1, caused some damage in the area, and was felt in neighboring states.
* Irondale has a bit of amenities to offer. It has a Nintendo World, some hotels, a few car dealerships, some fast food, a country club, is located on the southern edge of Ruffner Mountain, has a bit of local restaurants and businesses, and a few other things.
Category:Alabama Cities