Munford, Alabama facts for kids
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Munford, Alabama
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Location of Munford in Talladega County, Alabama.
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Alabama | ||
| County | Talladega | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 2.56 sq mi (6.64 km2) | ||
| • Land | 2.56 sq mi (6.63 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 640 ft (195 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 1,351 | ||
| • Density | 527.53/sq mi (203.66/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
36268
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| Area code(s) | 256 | ||
| FIPS code | 01-52848 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 0160206 | ||
Munford is a small town located in Talladega County, Alabama, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,351 people lived there. Munford is famous for being the site of the last battle of the Civil War fought east of the Mississippi River. This battle, called the Battle of Munford, happened on April 23, 1865.
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Munford's History
Munford first became an official town in 1873. Later, in the 1880s, it stopped being an official town. In 2000, it was listed as a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it was a community recognized for census purposes but not officially a town. Then, in 2002, Munford officially became an incorporated town again.
The Last Civil War Battle
During the American Civil War, a very important event happened in Munford. On April 23, 1865, the Battle of Munford took place. This battle was the last major fight of the war east of the Mississippi River. A soldier named Andrew Jackson Buttram was one of the last Confederate soldiers to die in the war during this battle.
Geography of Munford
Munford is located in Talladega County. The United States Census Bureau states that the town covers a total area of about 6.64 square kilometers (2.56 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Munford's Population
Munford's population has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 147 | — | |
| 2000 | 2,446 | — | |
| 2010 | 1,292 | −47.2% | |
| 2020 | 1,351 | 4.6% | |
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Population in 2020
According to the 2020 United States census, there were 1,351 people living in Munford. These people lived in 562 households, and 405 of these were families.
The population of Munford includes people from different backgrounds:
| Race | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 1,090 | 80.68% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 191 | 14.14% |
| Native American | 5 | 0.37% |
| Asian | 4 | 0.3% |
| Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.07% |
| Other/Mixed | 48 | 3.55% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12 | 0.89% |
Population in 2010
In the census of 2010, Munford had 1,292 people. There were 492 households and 355 families. About 26.6% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age of people in Munford was about 37.1 years.
Notable People from Munford
Munford has been home to some well-known individuals:
- Bret Holmes – A professional racing driver.
- Donald Stewart – He served as a U.S. Senator for Alabama from 1978 to 1981.
See also
In Spanish: Munford (Alabama) para niños
