Sumiton, Alabama facts for kids
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Sumiton
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Location of Sumiton in Jefferson County and Walker County, Alabama.
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Alabama | |
| Counties | Walker, Jefferson | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5.22 sq mi (13.52 km2) | |
| • Land | 5.20 sq mi (13.47 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) | |
| Elevation | 515 ft (157 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,444 | |
| • Density | 470.09/sq mi (181.50/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP code |
35148
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| Area code(s) | 205, 659 | |
| FIPS code | 01-73848 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 153607 | |
Sumiton is a city located in Alabama, a state in the United States. It's part of both Jefferson County and Walker County. The city officially became a city in 1952. In 2020, about 2,444 people lived there.
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Geography of Sumiton
Sumiton covers a total area of about 5.3 square miles (13.7 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
People Living in Sumiton
Sumiton has seen its population change over the years. Here's how it has grown and changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 1,334 | — | |
| 1960 | 1,287 | −3.5% | |
| 1970 | 2,374 | 84.5% | |
| 1980 | 2,815 | 18.6% | |
| 1990 | 2,604 | −7.5% | |
| 2000 | 2,665 | 2.3% | |
| 2010 | 2,520 | −5.4% | |
| 2020 | 2,444 | −3.0% | |
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Sumiton's Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 2,444 people living in Sumiton. These people lived in 993 households, and 574 of these were families.
The city is mostly made up of people who identify as White (about 88.67%). Other groups include Black or African American (4.58%), Native American (0.37%), Asian (0.7%), and people of mixed races (4.54%). About 1.15% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Sumiton's Population in 2010
In 2010, Sumiton had 2,520 residents. There were 1,002 households and 696 families.
Most people were White (93.2%). Other groups included Black or African American (4.0%), Native American (0.4%), and Asian (0.2%). About 0.8% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Sumiton was about 41.4 years old. About 22.7% of the people were under 18.
History of Sumiton
Sumiton started as a mining town after the American Civil War. It was built around a railroad. The city officially became a city in 1952.
The name "Sumiton" was created in 1926 by Nicholas M. Norris. It comes from the fact that the city is on one of the highest points in Walker County. Before being called Sumiton, the area had other names like Bald Eagle, Commercial, Democrat, and Summit.
The first company to mine in Sumiton was Philip and Moran’s Mining Company. The city's first post office opened in 1924, and the first public school started in 1940.
City Government and Leaders
As of 2023, the mayor of Sumiton is Petey Ellis. The city council members help the mayor run the city. They are Floyd Burton, Jimmy Dodd, Bill Fowler, Micah Harrison, and Ken Russell.
Schools in Sumiton
Sumiton has several schools for students of different ages:
- Public Schools:
- Sumiton Middle School
- Sumiton Elementary School
- Their sports teams are called the Bulldogs.
- Private School:
- Sumiton Christian School teaches students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Their sports teams are called the Eagles.
- College:
- Bevill State Community College also has a campus in Sumiton.
Parks and Recreation
Sumiton has great places for outdoor fun:
- Baseball/Softball Park: This park has been recently updated and includes a new playground. You can find it on Main Street (1039 Main Street, Sumiton, AL 35148).
- Youth Football Field: There's a field for youth football games located next to the senior center (193 Bryan Road, Sumiton, AL 35148).
City Services
Police Department
The Sumiton Police Department is located inside City Hall (416 State Street, Sumiton, AL 35148).
- The Chief of Police is TJ Burnett.
- The Assistant Chief is Daryl Nibblett.
- Many other officers work daily to keep the city safe.
Fire Department
The Sumiton Fire Department is located across from the Senior Center (228 Bryan Road, Sumiton, AL 35148).
- The Fire Chief is David Waid.
Fun Events in Sumiton
Frog Festival
The Frog Festival is a special event held every year on the first Saturday of October. You can find more information on the city's website: The City of Sumiton.
Famous People from Sumiton
Some well-known people have come from Sumiton:
- Harlan Mathews: He was a United States Senator for Tennessee in 1993 and 1994.
- Jimi Westbrook: He is a member of the famous country music group Little Big Town.
See also
In Spanish: Sumiton (Alabama) para niños
