Sumiton, Alabama
City · Population 2,511 · #155 in Alabama
About Sumiton
Sumiton, AL is a small town located in northern Alabama with an estimated population of 2,511.
Officially, Sumiton is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 5.77 square miles, giving it wide-open spaces and a spread-out, rural feel at roughly 435 residents per square mile.
📰 Sumiton News Today
- Kohlson Key Sports Illustrated · Aug 15
- Teen granted bond after allegedly shooting, killing man outside Sumiton Walmart WBRC · Jun 9
- Questions Linger for Workers Near Scene of Deadly Sumiton Shooting WBMA · Jun 8
- Court documents reveal details of Sumiton shooting death wvtm · Jun 10
- Erin Chastain Obituary (2026) - Sumiton, AL - Bell Funeral Home - Sumiton Legacy obituary · Aug 12
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What Makes Sumiton Unique
- The only place in America named Sumiton — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in northern Alabama, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Alabama — one of 594 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 6 miles.
🏫 Schools in Sumiton
- Sumiton Elementary School
- Sumiton Middle School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateAlabama
TypeCity
Population (2024)2,511
Rank in state#155 of 463
Land area5.77 sq mi
Density435/sq mi
Coordinates33.7493, -87.0469