Sumter County Map , Alabama, USA

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Map of Sumter County - Sumter County is a county located in the U.S. state of Alabama. Sumter County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Sumter County located in the map, major cities in Sumter county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Sumter County Map, Alabama

Sumter County Map , Alabama, USA

About Sumter County Map, Alabama: The map showing the county boundary, county seat, major cities, highways, water bodies and neighbouring counties.

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Map of Sumter County, Alabama

Sumter County is a county located in the U.S. state of Alabama. It`s county seat is Livingston. As per 2020 census, the population of Sumter County was 12164 and population density of Sumter was 13.5square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 903.89 sq mi (2,341 km2). Sumter County was established on 1832.

Sumter County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateAlabama
County SeatLivingston
Largest City/TownLivingston
EstablishedDecember 18, 1832
Total Area913 sq mi (2,365 sq km)
Land Area904 sq mi (2,341 sq km)
Water Area9 sq mi (23 sq km)
Population12,345 (Census 2020)
Population Density14 people per sq mi
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CT)
Major HighwaysUS 11, US 80, AL 17, AL 28, AL 39
Major RiversTombigbee River, Sucarnoochee River
Neighboring CountiesPickens County, Greene County, Marengo County, Choctaw County, Lauderdale County (MS), Kemper County (MS)
Famous ForUniversity of West Alabama, Tombigbee River, Civil War history, and Alabama Black Belt heritage
Top AttractionsUniversity of West Alabama, Gainesville Historic District, Lake LU, Tombigbee River, and Livingston Courthouse Square
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Sumter County, Alabama

Sumter County is located in west-central Alabama along the Mississippi state line and was established in 1832. The county seat and largest city is Livingston. The county is part of Alabama's historic Black Belt region and is home to the University of West Alabama. Fertile agricultural lands, the Tombigbee River, and a rich cultural history make Sumter County an important part of western Alabama.

Cities and Towns in Sumter County, Alabama

City/TownPopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Livingston (county seat)3,42532.5846°N, 88.1875°W
York2,11432.4860°N, 88.2961°W
Cuba29732.4304°N, 88.3775°W
Emelle5632.7304°N, 88.3134°W
Gainesville20832.8160°N, 88.1589°W
Geiger9532.8748°N, 88.2875°W
Panola (CDP)11232.6796°N, 88.0435°W
Bellamy (CDP)54332.4974°N, 88.1330°W
Ward (CDP)17132.6492°N, 88.2780°W
Whitfield (CDP)12432.5605°N, 88.0798°W

Best Golf Courses in Sumter County, Alabama

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Rooster Ridge Golf CourseLivingston32.5952°N, 88.1809°W
University of West Alabama Golf Practice FacilityLivingston32.5881°N, 88.1864°W
York Community Golf CourseYork32.4907°N, 88.2946°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Sumter County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • US Highway 11 - north-south route connecting Livingston, York, and Mississippi communities
  • US Highway 80 - major east-west highway crossing southern Sumter County
  • Alabama State Route 17 - links Livingston with Pickens and Greene counties
  • Alabama State Route 28 - crosses central portions of the county
  • Alabama State Route 39 - serves western Sumter County and connects to Mississippi

Neighboring Counties of Sumter County

  • Pickens County (north)
  • Greene County (east)
  • Marengo County (southeast)
  • Choctaw County (south)
  • Kemper County, Mississippi (west)
  • Lauderdale County, Mississippi (northwest)

What are Top Attractions in Sumter County, Alabama

The county offers a mix of natural and cultural attractions.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
University of West AlabamaLivingstonHistoric public university founded in 1835
Lake LULivingstonFishing, boating, and outdoor recreation
Livingston Courthouse SquareLivingstonHistoric downtown and local events
Gainesville Historic DistrictGainesvilleAntebellum architecture and Alabama history
Tombigbee RiverCountywideBoating, fishing, and wildlife viewing
York Historic DistrictYorkHistoric churches and downtown buildings
Jaycee Neighborhood ParkLivingstonFamily recreation and community events
University of West Alabama Nature TrailsLivingstonWalking trails and wildlife observation
Emelle Scenic CountrysideEmelleBlack Belt landscapes and rural scenery
Cuba Historic AreaCubaHistoric railroad-era heritage
Bellamy River AccessBellamyFishing and Tombigbee River access
Geiger Heritage AreaGeigerHistoric small-town Alabama culture

Distance from Sumter County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Livingston to York (Sumter County), Alabama - 8 mi (13 km)
  • Livingston to Cuba (Sumter County), Alabama - 14 mi (23 km)
  • Livingston to Gainesville (Sumter County), Alabama - 17 mi (27 km)
  • Livingston to Emelle (Sumter County), Alabama - 14 mi (23 km)
  • Livingston to Carrollton (Pickens County), Alabama - 28 mi (45 km)
  • Livingston to Eutaw (Greene County), Alabama - 35 mi (56 km)
  • Livingston to Demopolis (Marengo County), Alabama - 38 mi (61 km)
  • Livingston to Butler (Choctaw County), Alabama - 39 mi (63 km)
  • Livingston to Meridian, Mississippi - 35 mi (56 km)
  • Livingston to Columbus, Mississippi - 58 mi (93 km)
  • Livingston to Tuscaloosa (Tuscaloosa County), Alabama - 64 mi (103 km)
  • Livingston to Starkville, Mississippi - 72 mi (116 km)
  • Livingston to Birmingham (Jefferson County), Alabama - 119 mi (191 km)
  • Livingston to Montgomery (Montgomery County), Alabama - 132 mi (212 km)
  • Livingston to Mobile (Mobile County), Alabama - 168 mi (270 km)

Nearest Airports

Nearest airport of Sumter is Sumter Airport-Sms.

References

  1. QuickFacts - U.S. Census Bureau
  2. United States Census Bureau
  3. United States Geological Survey (USGS)
  4. National Geodetic Survey
  5. Official County Website