Alberta, Alabama facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Alberta, Alabama
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Former post office in Alberta
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 Alberta, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Alberta, Alabama
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Wilcox |
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 784 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
36720
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| Area code(s) | 334 |
Alberta is an unincorporated community in Wilcox County, Alabama, United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
The community was named after Alberta Bush. She was the wife of an important official who worked for the railroad.
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Where is Alberta?
Alberta is located in the state of Alabama. Its exact spot on a map is at 32.23208 degrees North and 87.40999 degrees West. The land here is about 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level.
People in Alberta
Alberta itself has never been counted separately in the U.S. Census. However, the northern part of Wilcox County, where Alberta is located, has a special area called the Alberta Census Division. This division was created in 1960 to help count people.
Alberta Census Division Population
The Alberta Census Division has had its population counted over the years.
- In 1960, there were 3,121 people.
- By 2010, the population was 1,308 people.
This division has always had a majority of Black residents since 1960. Other places like Boykin and Catherine are also part of this census division.
What's the Weather Like?
The climate in Alberta is known as a humid subtropical climate. This means it has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild, not too cold. On climate maps, this type of weather is often shown as "Cfa."
Famous People from Alberta
Some notable people have connections to Alberta:
- Marie Foster: She was an important leader in the Civil Rights Movement during the 1960s. She worked hard for equal rights for all people.
- Joseph Smitherman: He was the mayor of Selma, Alabama for 35 years. This is a very long time to lead a city!
See also
In Spanish: Alberta (Alabama) para niños
