Irvington, Alabama facts for kids
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Irvington, Alabama
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 Irvington, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Irvington, Alabama
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Mobile |
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
36544
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| Area code(s) | 251 |
Irvington is an unincorporated community located along U.S. Route 90, east of St. Elmo and north of Bayou La Batre in southwestern Mobile County, Alabama, United States. It has a post office utilizing the 36544 ZIP code and is home to the Mobile International Speedway and Silver King Golf Course.
History
Early in the 20th century, Irvington was a thriving farm community and the center of a lucrative Tung oil (Vernicia fordii) business.
Geography
Irvington is located at 30°30′25″N 88°14′02″W / 30.50686°N 88.23389°W and has an elevation of 131 feet (40 m).
Education
Mobile County Public School System operates Dixon Elementary School in the area.
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