Madison County, county in Alabama, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 379,453 inhabitants. The county was created 216 years ago in 1808. Its county seat is Huntsville.
There are 1 city/town in Madison County, AL. The largest city of Madison County is Lincoln with a population of 6,979.
Lincoln, City in Talladega County, Alabama, United States
Located in the northern part of Alabama near the Tennessee border, Madison County contains a mix of high-tech research and defense agencies, historic Southern towns, and suburban communities. The county seat and largest city is Huntsville, known as "Rocket City" for its role in the space industry and missile defense programs. With a population of nearly 200,000, Huntsville offers museums, botanical gardens, and an array of dining and entertainment options.
Other notable Madison County cities include Madison and New Hope. Madison retains its classic Southern charm with historic homes, churches, and buildings around the downtown square. New Hope provides outdoors opportunities like boating and fishing along the Tennessee River. Redstone Arsenal, Cummings Research Park, and NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center contribute to both defense and space research in the county.
Madison County blends technology-driven industry with Southern hospitality and culture. From launching rockets in Huntsville to strolling through antebellum homes in Madison, there are many aspects of both old and new in Madison County's cities. With growing suburbs, a diverse economy, and proximity to natural areas, the county offers variety across its urban and rural communities.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Madison County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Lincoln | City in Talladega County, Alabama, United States | 6,979 |