STD Rates in Jefferson County, Alabama

2023 CDC surveillance data for Jefferson County, Alabama — chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis rates with state comparisons.

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Data Year: 2023 Source: CDC STI Surveillance Population: 662,915
Combined
1253
per 100K
11th / 67
Chlamydia
852.9
per 100K • 5,654 cases
Gonorrhea
355.9
per 100K • 2,359 cases
Syphilis P&S
44.2
per 100K • 293 cases

Jefferson County has one of the higher STD burdens in Alabama, with a combined rate of 1,253.0 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — ranking 11th of 67 counties. Reported infections included chlamydia at 852.9 per 100,000 (5,654 cases, 31% above the state rate), gonorrhea at 355.9 per 100,000 (2,359 cases, 57% above the state rate), syphilis at 44.2 per 100,000 (293 cases, 55% above the state rate). Routine testing is the surest way to catch STDs early, since many produce no symptoms. Jefferson County has confidential testing locations available.

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Jefferson County vs Alabama Average

Infection Jefferson County Alabama Rate Difference
Chlamydia 852.9 651.1 31% above
Gonorrhea 355.9 226.9 57% above
Syphilis (P&S) 44.2 28.6 55% above

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Largest cities in Jefferson County, Alabama

Largest first, by Census population. Each city page lists nearby clinics, free and low-cost testing, and labs.

STD testing in Birmingham, AL198,173 people → STD testing in Hoover, AL92,642 people → STD testing in Vestavia Hills, AL38,616 people → STD testing in Homewood, AL27,829 people → STD testing in Trussville, AL26,673 people → STD testing in Bessemer, AL25,400 people → STD testing in Mountain Brook, AL22,029 people → STD testing in Gardendale, AL16,534 people → STD testing in Hueytown, AL16,414 people → STD testing in Center Point, AL15,914 people →
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STD testing in Irondale, AL13,464 people → STD testing in Leeds, AL12,028 people → STD testing in Clay, AL10,273 people → STD testing in Forestdale, AL9,742 people → STD testing in Fairfield, AL9,728 people → STD testing in Pleasant Grove, AL9,442 people → STD testing in Fultondale, AL9,384 people → STD testing in Morris, AL2,673 people → STD testing in Greenwood, AL →

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Jefferson County ranks 11th of 67 Alabama counties for combined STD rate in 2023, at 1,253.0 per 100,000 residents.
In 2023, chlamydia was the most frequently reported STD in Jefferson County, with 5,654 cases at a rate of 852.9 per 100,000 residents.
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Data sourced from the CDC's annual STI Surveillance Report. Rates are per 100,000 population and reflect reported cases only — actual prevalence is likely higher due to undiagnosed infections. While we strive for accuracy, STDTest.com makes no representations or warranties regarding the completeness or accuracy of this data and is not responsible for any errors or omissions. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
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