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Monroeville, AL

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Population
5,758
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
417 ft
Median Home Value
$122,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$577/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$32,513
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in AlabamaPopulation rankingHighest population places in AlabamaNearest larger communitySelma, Alabama64 miles away · 16,077 residents.

About Monroeville

Monroeville is a historic city and the county seat of Monroe County, Alabama. Widely recognized as a literary landmark, the city is the birthplace and hometown of author Harper Lee. Today the community features the Monroe County Heritage Museum, housed in the historic courthouse. The city serves as a regional administrative and cultural center, preserving the rich literary history and southern heritage of the area.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow Rent PricesA+99.2ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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