Two county city
Sumiton steel buildings where Walker meets Jefferson
Sumiton lies in both Walker and Jefferson counties, and RBC Buildings serves it from Blountsville.
We have one office, in Blountsville. We do not have an office in Sumiton.
A former mining town on the county line
Sumiton began after the Civil War as a mining town built around a railroad and was incorporated in 1952. It had 2,444 residents in 2020.[2]
With homes, schools and a community college in a small area, many properties here are residential lots that could use a garage, shop or storage building.[2]
Sumiton facts
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Earlier names for the community included Bald Eagle, Commercial, Democrat and Summit.[2]
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The city covers 5.22 square miles at 463 feet of elevation.[2]
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Bevill State Community College is located in Sumiton.[2]
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Sumiton Christian School serves students through twelfth grade.[2]
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U.S. Senator Harlan Mathews and musician Jimi Westbrook are from Sumiton.[2]
Sumiton questions
General information. Every project is different, so call us about yours.
Which county office do I contact for a Sumiton lot?
The city lies in two counties, so ask the city which applies.[2]
Can a garage or shop fit a residential lot?
Many residential lots can hold a steel garage. It depends on lot size and local limits.[2]
Is metal roofing a good upgrade for a mining era home?
Many owners choose metal roofing on older homes. You can preview colors online.[2]
Talk about a Sumiton project
Call (205) 429-4411 to talk about your Sumiton property.
Sources
Local details on this page come from these public sources, checked in October 2026.