Lisman, Alabama facts for kids
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Lisman, Alabama
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Location of Lisman in Choctaw County, Alabama.
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Alabama | ||
| County | Choctaw | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 2.59 sq mi (6.70 km2) | ||
| • Land | 2.59 sq mi (6.70 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 427 | ||
| • Density | 165.12/sq mi (63.76/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | ||
| ZIP codes |
36906, 36910, 36912
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| Area code(s) | 205, 659 | ||
| FIPS code | 01-43384 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 2406024 | ||
Lisman is a small town located in Choctaw County, Alabama, in the United States. In 2020, about 427 people lived there. The town was named after a railroad investor from the 1800s when a nearby train line was being built.
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About Lisman
Lisman is found in the northern part of Choctaw County. It covers an area of about 2.6 square miles (6.7 square kilometers), and all of this area is land.
History of Lisman
Fighting for Voting Rights
In 1962, some people in Lisman took part in a federal lawsuit. This lawsuit challenged officials in Choctaw County who were making it very hard for Black citizens to register to vote. Many applications from Black voters were being turned down.
To support the fight for voting rights, famous civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. visited Lisman. He led a rally in the town on April 30, 1966.
Becoming an Official Town
Lisman officially became a town in 1979. This was a big step because it allowed the town to make important improvements. For example, they were able to pave their dirt roads and build a sewer system. These changes helped make life better for the people living there.
Recent Plans for the Town
In 2019, the mayor of Lisman, Jason Ward, had plans to improve the town even more. He wanted to hire a police officer to help keep the community safe. He also planned to rebuild the old school library, which had been left empty.
Population Changes
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 521 | — | |
| 1930 | 521 | 0.0% | |
| 1940 | 545 | 4.6% | |
| 1950 | 606 | 11.2% | |
| 1960 | 909 | 50.0% | |
| 1970 | 636 | −30.0% | |
| 1980 | 638 | 0.3% | |
| 1990 | 481 | −24.6% | |
| 2000 | 653 | 35.8% | |
| 2010 | 539 | −17.5% | |
| 2020 | 427 | −20.8% | |
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The population of Lisman has changed over the years. In 1960, the town had its highest population with 909 people. By 2020, the population was 427.
Who Lives in Lisman?
The United States Census Bureau collects information about the people living in towns like Lisman. This helps us understand the community better.
In 2020, most of the people living in Lisman were Black or African American (about 92%). A smaller number of residents were White (about 3.5%). There were also a few people who identified as Native American or as having more than one race. A small percentage of the population was also of Hispanic or Latino background.
See also
In Spanish: Lisman (Alabama) para niños
