Dallas County, Alabama
Dallas County is located in central Alabama, with Selma serving as the county seat. The county has a population of around 40,000.
It holds an important place in American history, particularly in the Civil Rights Movement. The Selma to Montgomery marches began here, and the Edmund Pettus Bridge became a symbol of the struggle following the events of “Bloody Sunday.”
Today, the county also embraces community celebrations, including an annual jubilee featuring music and local food. U.S. Highway 231 serves as a main route through the area. In Dallas County, Southern hospitality runs deep, with plenty of stories to match its well-known sweet tea.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Dallas County |
| County Seat | Selma |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Selma, Valley Grande, Orrville, Sardis, Selmont-West Selmont, Marion Junction, Beloit, Minter, Plantersville |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 80, State Route 22, State Route 41, State Route 14, State Route 219 |
| Etymology | Named after Alexander J. Dallas, U.S. Secretary of the Treasury under President James Madison |
| FIPS Code | 01-047 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 994 square miles (Land: 979 sq mi, Water: 15 sq mi) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Alabama |
| Coordinates | 32.4073° N, 87.0240° W |
| Major Landmarks | Edmund Pettus Bridge, Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail, Old Cahawba Archaeological Park, Sturdivant Hall, National Voting Rights Museum and Institute |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Chilton County (North), Autauga County (Northeast), Lowndes County (Southeast), Wilcox County (South), Marengo County (West), Perry County (Northwest) |
| Population | Approximately 37,500 |
