Alberton, Alabama facts for kids
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Alberton, Alabama
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 Alberton, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Alberton, Alabama
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Coffee |
| Elevation | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 334 |
| GNIS feature ID | 112969 |
Alberton is a small, quiet place in Coffee County, Alabama, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's not an official town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's a group of homes and people living together in a specific area.
You can find Alberton along Alabama State Route 134. It is located about 9.7 miles (which is about 15.6 kilometers) south-southwest of a larger town called Elba.
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History of Alberton
When Was Alberton Settled?
Alberton has a history that goes back to the late 1800s. It was a place where people lived and worked.
The Alberton Post Office
A post office is a place where people send and receive mail. A post office was open in Alberton for many years. It operated under the name Alberton from 1878 to 1904. Having a post office was important for a community. It helped people stay connected and get their letters and packages.
Population and Demographics
Who Lives in Alberton?
Alberton is a small community. It has never been counted separately in the official United States Census. The U.S. Census counts the population of towns and cities. This means Alberton does not have its own official population number.
What Does "Unincorporated" Mean for Population?
Because Alberton is an unincorporated community, its population is usually counted as part of the larger county. So, while people definitely live there, it's not listed as a separate town in population reports.
