Lamar County Map, Alabama
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Lamar County, Alabama
On the western edge of Alabama, Lamar County hugs the Mississippi border. It’s a place where small-town life still holds sway. The population here is around 13,500, making it one of Alabama’s smaller counties.
Vernon, the county seat, is a quiet town that’s seen more than its fair share of history. U.S. Highway 278 and Alabama Highway 17 run through this county.
The Buttahatchee River winds through Lamar County. Finally, the Sam Murphy Wildlife Management Area draws hunters and people who love nature.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Lamar County |
| County Seat | Vernon |
| Population | Approximately 13,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Vernon, Sulligent, Millport, Kennedy, Beaverton, Detroit |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 278, State Route 17, State Route 18, State Route 96 |
| FIPS Code | 01-075 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 605 square miles (Land: 605 sq mi, Water: 0 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Marion County (North), Fayette County (East), Pickens County (South), Lowndes County, Mississippi (Southwest), Monroe County, Mississippi (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Alabama |
| Coordinates | 33.7574° N, 88.0979° W |
| Etymology | Named after Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus Lamar, a U.S. Senator who also served as a Supreme Court Justice |
| Major Landmarks | Lamar County Courthouse, Sam R. Murphy Wildlife Management Area, Twin Oaks Hunting Preserve, Vernon City Park |
| Website | Lamar County Website |
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