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Dunnavant, Alabama
Location of Dunnavant in Shelby County, Alabama.
Location of Dunnavant in Shelby County, Alabama.
Dunnavant, Alabama is located in Alabama
Dunnavant, Alabama
Dunnavant, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Country United States
State Alabama
County Shelby
Area
 • Total 20.27 sq mi (52.51 km2)
 • Land 19.26 sq mi (49.87 km2)
 • Water 1.02 sq mi (2.64 km2)
Elevation
666 ft (203 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 936
 • Density 48.61/sq mi (18.77/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s) 205, 659
GNIS feature ID 117649

Dunnavant, sometimes spelled Dunavant, is a small community in Shelby County, Alabama, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area that looks like a town but isn't officially governed as one. It's also an unincorporated community, meaning it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.

In 2010, about 981 people lived there. The name "Dunnavant" likely comes from a family who lived in the area a long time ago. This community even had its own post office from 1897 until 1958.

Where is Dunnavant Located?

Dunnavant is found in the middle part of Alabama. It sits in the southern edges of the Appalachian Mountains. You can find it along Alabama State Route 25 and Shelby County Road 41.

If you travel north from Dunnavant, you'll reach Leeds in about 6 miles (10 kilometers). To the southeast, about 4 miles (6 kilometers) away, is the community of Vandiver. This route is quite winding and goes through mountains! If you head southwest on Shelby County 41, also known as Dunnavant Valley Road, you'll get to Chelsea in about 15 miles (24 kilometers).

How Many People Live in Dunnavant?

Just like many places, Dunnavant's population changes over time. Here's how many people have lived there according to the official U.S. Census:

Historical population
Census Pop.
2020 936
U.S. Decennial Census

In 2020, the population of Dunnavant was 936 people. This number helps us understand how the community is growing or changing.

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