Moody, Alabama
Moody is a city located in St. Clair County, Alabama. The city was founded in 1907, and it was named after a local businessman named Epps Moody. It is located about 22 miles (35 km) east of Birmingham and has a population of approximately 12,000 people. The city covers an area of 24.5 square miles, with a land area of 24.3 square miles and a water area of 0.2 square miles.
Moody, Alabama | |
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Moody Civic Center | |
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Seal | |
| Motto: Pursuing the Future Today | |
Location of Moody in St. Clair County | |
| Coordinates: 33°35′33″N 86°29′47″W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | St. Clair |
| Incorporated | 1962 |
| Founded by | Connor York |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor |
| • Mayor | Joe Lee (R) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 24.84 sq mi (64.35 km2) |
| • Land | 24.53 sq mi (63.54 km2) |
| • Water | 0.31 sq mi (0.81 km2) |
| Elevation | 692 ft (211 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 13,170 |
| • Density | 536.87/sq mi (207.28/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code | 35004 |
| Area code(s) | 205, 659 |
| FIPS code | 01-51096 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0164758 |
| Website | www |
In the early days, the city was primarily an agricultural community, with cotton and timber being the main crops. However, with the arrival of the railroad in the early 20th century, Moody began to grow and develop into a more industrialized city. Today, the city is home to a number of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, and retail.
The city hosts several events throughout the year, including the Moody Bluegrass Festival, which features live bluegrass music, arts and crafts, and food vendors. Other events include the Moody Miracle League Baseball Tournament, which raises money for the Miracle League of St. Clair County, and the Annual Christmas Parade.
Moody has a number of public and private schools. The Moody City School District operates two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. Additionally, there are several private schools in the area, including the Gathering Place Christian Academy and Heritage Independent School. For higher education, the city is located near several colleges and universities, including the University of Alabama at Birmingham and Samford University.