Brent, AL

Population
4,414
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
241 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$146,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$537/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$22,660
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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Located in central Alabama's Cahaba River valley, Brent is a quiet, close-knit town of around 3,000 residents in Bibb County. It sits directly across the river from neighboring Centreville, and the two communities share many day-to-day amenities, from local schools to county offices and the public library. U.S. Highway 82 runs along the north side of town, making it easy for commuters to reach Tuscaloosa in about 35 minutes while enjoying a slower pace of life at home.

Living in Brent puts you minutes from outdoor recreation, including kayaking and fishing along the Cahaba River and exploring the nearby Talladega National Forest. With its friendly neighborhood atmosphere, affordable housing, and quick highway access to larger job markets, Brent offers a peaceful rural setting with practical convenience.

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