Madison County Map, Alabama
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Madison County, Alabama
Madison County sits in north Alabama and is home to about 420,000 people. It’s anchored by Huntsville, which is also the county seat.
The U.S. Space and Rocket Center dominates the skyline. That’s right, Huntsville is known as “Rocket City” for its role in the U.S. space program and continues to be.
Madison County is one of the fastest-growing areas in the state. Interstate 565 and U.S. Highway 72 keeps it well-connected. If you come here, pack for both outdoor adventures and museum visits.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Madison County |
| County Seat | Huntsville |
| Population | Approximately 420,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Huntsville, Madison, New Hope, Gurley, Hazel Green, Meridianville, Owens Cross Roads, Triana, Harvest, Monrovia, Moores Mill |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 565, U.S. Highway 72, U.S. Highway 231, U.S. Highway 431, State Route 53, State Route 255 (Research Park Blvd) |
| FIPS Code | 01-089 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 813 square miles (Land: 802 sq mi, Water: 11 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Lincoln County, Tennessee (North), Franklin County, Tennessee (Northeast), Jackson County (East), Marshall County (Southeast), Morgan County (Southwest), Limestone County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Alabama |
| Coordinates | 34.7304° N, 86.5861° W |
| Etymology | Named after James Madison, the fourth President of the United States |
| Major Landmarks | U.S. Space & Rocket Center, Redstone Arsenal, Monte Sano State Park, Huntsville Botanical Garden, Alabama A&M University, Big Spring International Park |
| Website | Madison County Website |
Madison County Topographic Map
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Madison County Satellite Map
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Madison County Blank Map
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Neighboring Counties
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