Hoboken, Alabama facts for kids
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Hoboken, Alabama
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 Hoboken, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Hoboken, Alabama
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Marengo |
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 334 |
Hoboken is a small, quiet place in Marengo County, Alabama, in the United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's managed by the county.
For a short time, Hoboken had its own post office. This post office helped people send and receive mail. It was open from 1877 to 1887.
Where is Hoboken Located?
Hoboken is found in the western part of Alabama. Its exact location is 32°01′34″N 87°52′37″W / 32.02598°N 87.87695°W. These numbers are like a special address on a map. They tell us its latitude and longitude.
Elevation and Surroundings
The land in Hoboken is about 249 feet (76 m) above sea level. This means it's not very high up. The area around Hoboken is mostly rural. This means it has open spaces and natural areas.
