Colbert County, county in Alabama, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 55,411 inhabitants. The county was created 158 years ago in 1867. Its county seat is Tuscumbia.
There are 1 city/town in Colbert County, AL. The largest city of Colbert County is Cherokee with a population of 999.
Colbert County is located in the northern part of Alabama along the Tennessee River. It was established in 1867 and named after George and Levi Colbert, prominent Chickasaw chiefs. Here are some of the notable cities and towns in Colbert County:
Tuscumbia
Tuscumbia is the largest city and county seat of Colbert County. It was founded in 1820 by Michael Dickson and hosts historic sites like Spring Park, the Keller Memorial Cemetery, and Ivy Green birthplace of Helen Keller.
Muscle Shoals
Muscle Shoals lies on the Tennessee River and is known as the “Hit Recording Capital of the World” for its famous music studios. The Alabama Music Hall of Fame and the Muscle Shoals Sound Studio are located here along with great riverfront views.
Sheffield
Sheffield is located along the Tennessee River adjacent to Muscle Shoals. It was founded in 1885 and named after Sheffield, England. Points of interest include the W.C. Handy Home Museum, Old Sheffield Downtown District, and the Fame Recording Studios.
Cherokee is a small town situated along the Tennessee River north of Sheffield. It was originally called Chisholm after founder Jesse Ben Chisholm. Key sites include Colbert County Park, Cherokee Elementary School, and historic downtown buildings.
Littleville
Littleville is an unincorporated community east of Tuscumbia. It originated as a railroad town in the 19th century. Historic sites include the Littleville Depot, old cotton mill, and several churches dating back to the early 1900s.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Colbert County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Cherokee | Town in Alabama, United States | 999 |