DeKalb County, county in Alabama, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 71,658 inhabitants. The county was created 188 years ago in 1836. Its county seat is Fort Payne.
There are 17 city/town in DeKalb County, AL. The largest city of DeKalb County is Fort Payne with a population of 14,041. Other cities include, Rainsville population 5,149, Henagar population 2,367, Collinsville population 1,938, Sylvania population 1,860
DeKalb County in northeast Alabama is home to several small cities and towns, each with its own unique history and identity. Though not large metropolitan hubs, these communities play an important role in the culture and economy of the region. Some of the most prominent cities in DeKalb County include Fort Payne, the county seat, as well as Rainsville, Henagar, Ider, Sylvania, Powell, Crossville, Fyffe, and Geraldine.
Fort Payne sits in the center of the county and serves as the main commercial and industrial hub. It is known for its manufacturing plants and outlets. Rainsville to the northwest is another key city and is home to the renowned Northeast Alabama Community College. Henagar and Ider are farming towns along the southern border while Sylvania and Powell provide access to scenic Lookout Mountain. Crossville and Fyffe are quiet rural communities and Geraldine boasts a charming downtown district.
Though small in size, the cities and towns of DeKalb County have plenty to offer residents and visitors alike. From breathtaking mountain vistas to quaint main streets to opportunities for outdoor recreation, this corner of Alabama has a lot to explore. The colorful histories and tight-knit communities found throughout the county provide a warm welcome.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in DeKalb County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Collinsville | Town in Alabama | 1,938 |
Crossville | Town of the United States | 1,847 |
Douglas | Town in Marshall County, Alabama, in the United States | 780 |
Fort Payne | City in Alabama, US | 14,041 |
Fyffe | City in DeKalb County, Alabama, United States of America | 1,076 |
Geraldine | Town in DeKalb County, Alabama, United States | 896 |
Hammondville | Town | 485 |
Henagar | City in Alabama | 2,367 |
Ider | Town in Alabama, USA | 737 |
Mentone | Town in Alabama | 332 |
Mount Vernon | Town in Mobile County, Alabama | 1,504 |
Oak Hill | Town in Alabama, United States | 23 |
Pine Ridge | Town in Alabama | 273 |
Powell | City in Alabama, United States | 908 |
Rainsville | City in DeKalb County, Alabama, United States | 5,149 |
Sylvania | City in DeKalb County, Alabama, United States of America | 1,860 |
Valley Head | Town | 563 |