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Wagarville, Alabama
Wagarville, Alabama is located in Alabama
Wagarville, Alabama
Wagarville, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Country United States
State Alabama
County Washington
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 3,353
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
36585
Area code(s) 251
GNIS feature ID 128492
Jerry Carl with constituents in Wagarville, Alabama - 2021
Jerry Carl with constituents in Wagarville in 2021.

Wagarville is a small community located in Washington County, Alabama, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is part of the larger county.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live together. However, it is not officially a city or town. It does not have its own mayor or city council. The county government usually provides services for these areas. This can include things like roads and police.

People and Population

In 2010, about 3,353 people lived in the Wagarville area. The number of people living there can change over time. The U.S. government counts people every ten years. This helps them understand how communities are growing.

Wagarville used to be a "Census-designated place" (CDP). A CDP is an area that the Census Bureau counts. It is like a special neighborhood that they track. After 2010, Wagarville was no longer listed as a CDP. This means it is not counted separately anymore.

Wagarville's Location

Wagarville is found in the southwestern part of Alabama. It is in Washington County, Alabama. This county is known for its natural beauty. It has many forests and rivers. The area is part of the Central Time Zone.

Local Life and Community

Life in Wagarville is typical of a small community. People often know their neighbors well. The area might have local schools and churches. These places help bring people together. Residents often travel to nearby towns for shopping or work.

Who is Jerry Carl?

The image shows Jerry Carl meeting with people in Wagarville. Jerry Carl is a politician. He serves as a United States Representative. This means he is elected to speak for his district in the U.S. Congress. He works on laws and issues that affect the people he represents. Meeting with people in communities like Wagarville helps him understand their needs.

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