Chelsea, Alabama facts for kids
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Chelsea, Alabama
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Building that formerly stood in Chelsea
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| Motto(s):
"It's all about family"
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Location of Chelsea in Shelby County, Alabama.
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 Chelsea, Alabama
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | ||||
| State | Alabama | ||||
| County | Shelby | ||||
| Area | |||||
| • Total | 24.35 sq mi (63.06 km2) | ||||
| • Land | 23.93 sq mi (61.97 km2) | ||||
| • Water | 0.42 sq mi (1.09 km2) | ||||
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) | ||||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 15,908 | ||||
| • Density | 626.13/sq mi (241.75/km2) | ||||
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) | ||||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | ||||
| ZIP code |
35043
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| Area code(s) | 205, 659 | ||||
| FIPS code | 01-14104 | ||||
| GNIS feature ID | 0115991 | ||||
| Website | cityofchelsea.com | ||||
Chelsea is a city located in Shelby County, Alabama, in the United States. It is part of the larger Birmingham area. Chelsea became an official city on March 1, 1996. At that time, it had a population of 906 people. By the 2020 census, the population had grown to 14,982.
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Where is Chelsea Located?
Chelsea is found in the central part of Shelby County. Major roads, including U.S. Route 280, run through the city. This highway connects Chelsea to downtown Birmingham, which is about 19 miles (31 km) to the northwest. It also leads east to Harpersville, about 12 miles (19 km away).
A natural landmark near Chelsea is Double Oak Mountain. This mountain is part of the Appalachian Mountains range. Some parts of Chelsea even extend along U.S. Route 280 on top of this ridge.
How Many People Live in Chelsea?
Chelsea has grown a lot over the years. Here's how its population has changed:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 1,329 | — | |
| 2000 | 2,949 | 121.9% | |
| 2010 | 10,183 | 245.3% | |
| 2020 | 14,982 | 47.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2020, about 14,982 people lived in Chelsea. Most residents were White (about 79.7%). Other groups included Black or African American (about 9.11%), Asian (about 1.93%), and Hispanic or Latino (about 4.51%).
Schools in Chelsea
Chelsea is part of the Shelby County School system. The city has several schools for students of all ages:
- Chelsea Park Elementary (Kindergarten to 5th grade)
- Forest Oaks Elementary (Kindergarten to 5th grade)
- Chelsea Middle School (6th to 8th grade)
- Chelsea High School (9th to 12th grade)
In 2022, Mt. Laurel Elementary moved to the Oak Mountain School District. This change helped reduce crowding at Chelsea's middle and high schools. However, Mt. Laurel Elementary is still part of the Shelby County School system.
Famous People From Chelsea
Some well-known individuals have connections to Chelsea:
- Gary Bradberry, Charlie Bradberry, and Stanley Smith - These individuals are known for their involvement in NASCAR racing.
- Fabian Sanchez - A professional dancer who appeared on Dancing With The Stars. He is also known as the "Mambo King."
- Paul Janeway - The lead singer for the band St. Paul and The Broken Bones.
See also
In Spanish: Chelsea (Alabama) para niños
