Twin, Alabama facts for kids
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Twin, Alabama
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Location in Marion County, Alabama
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| Counties | Marion |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.38 sq mi (8.8 km2) |
| • Land | 3.38 sq mi (8.8 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 594 ft (181 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 359 |
| • Density | 106.21/sq mi (41.01/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
35563
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| Area code(s) | 205, 659 |
| FIPS code | 01-77352 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2380589 |
Twin, also known as Yampertown, is a small town in Marion County, Alabama, United States. It is located in the southern part of the county. The town is about the same distance from the nearby towns of Brilliant, Guin, and Winfield.
Twin officially became a town on August 6, 2002. This made it the tenth community in Marion County to become an incorporated town. As of the 2020 census, Twin had a population of 359 people.
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Where is Twin, Alabama?
Twin is located in the southern part of Marion County. The city of Guin borders Twin to both the west and the east.
How to Get to Twin
I-22 and US 78 are major highways that pass through the town. You can get to Twin by taking exit 26, which connects to SR 44.
Distances to Nearby Cities
- Hamilton, which is the main city of Marion County, is about 16 miles (26 km) northwest of Twin.
- Jasper is about 38 miles (61 km) southeast of Twin.
- SR 44 goes east for 6 miles (10 km) to Brilliant.
- SR 44 also goes southwest for 5 miles (8 km) to Guin.
- SR 253 goes southeast for 6 miles (10 km) to Winfield.
- SR 253 goes north for 25 miles (40 km) to Hackleburg.
What is the Size of Twin?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the town of Twin covers an area of 3.38 square miles (8.75 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Natural Features of Twin
The center of Twin, known as Yampertown, is in a valley. This valley is where Luxapallila Creek and Cooper Creek meet. Luxapallila Creek flows southwest and is a branch of the Tombigbee River.
How Many People Live in Twin?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 399 | — | |
| 2020 | 359 | −10.0% | |
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The number of people living in Twin has changed over the years. In 2010, the town had 399 residents. By 2020, the population was 359 people. This information comes from the official U.S. Census.
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Map showing Twin's location in Marion County, Alabama
