Birmingham, Alabama became a focal point for civil rights activism and struggles against racial segregation and discrimination during the 1960s. One of the most notable examples of Birmingham's importance in the movement was the Birmingham Campaign in 1963. It was led by Martin Luther King Jr.

Birmingham is more than just a charming Southern city; it's a thriving hub exploding with opportunity. In recent years, the job market has witnessed remarkable growth, offering residents a wealth of stable and secure careers, from healthcare and education to agriculture and government.

Black or African American: 68.6% White: 24.88% Two or more races: 2.51% Other race: 2.33%

Birmingham was home to the great scientists and inventors Matthew Boulton, James Watt and William Murdoch, leading Birmingham to be the first manufacturing town in the world. The first ever working Steam Engine and the anchor of the Titanic were built in the Black Country.