Marion County Map, Alabama
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Marion County, Alabama
Up in northwest Alabama, Marion County is where small towns and rural landscapes come together. Altogether, the county’s population is around 30,000 people.
Hamilton, the county seat, is a quiet town known for its proximity to the Bear Creek lakes and the Natchez Trace Parkway. U.S. Highway 43 and Interstate 22 cross the county, linking it to Birmingham and Tupelo.
The Buttahatchee River winds through the county, creating scenic vistas and recreation spots. Country music fans might know Marion as the birthplace of Sonny James.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Marion County |
| County Seat | Hamilton |
| Population | Approximately 30,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Hamilton, Winfield, Guin, Brilliant, Hackleburg, Bear Creek, Twin, Phil Campbell (partly) |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 22, U.S. Highway 43, U.S. Highway 278, State Route 17, State Route 44, State Route 129 |
| FIPS Code | 01-093 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 744 square miles (Land: 742 sq mi, Water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Franklin County (North), Winston County (East), Walker County (Southeast), Fayette County (South), Lamar County (Southwest), Monroe County, Mississippi (Southwest), Itawamba County, Mississippi (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Alabama |
| Coordinates | 34.1362° N, 87.8907° W |
| Etymology | Named after Francis Marion, a military officer who served in the American Revolutionary War and was known as the “Swamp Fox” |
| Major Landmarks | Natural Bridge Park, Guin Hayden Riley Park, the Buttahatchee River, Historical Downtown Hamilton, Marion County Courthouse |
| Website | Marion County Website |
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