Hayden is a town located in Blount County, in the state of Alabama (AL), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 0.9 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 566 ft. With a population of approximately 470 residents, Hayden offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.3% males and 51.7% females, and it has a population density of 522.22 people per square mile (201.63/km²). Hayden lies at a latitude of 33.89 and a longitude of -86.76, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (16.2%), followed by English (7.4%), German (10.2%), and Scotch-Irish (2.3%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35079.