Lanett is a city located in Chambers 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 5.4 square miles (14.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 640 ft. With a population of approximately 7,897 residents, Lanett offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.6% males and 54.4% females, and it has a population density of 462.41 people per square mile (564.64/km²). Lanett lies at a latitude of 32.86 and a longitude of -85.2, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (16%), followed by English (3.6%), German (3.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36863.