Cherokee County is a county located in the U.S. state of Alabama. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 23,988 people, with a population density of about 43.38 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 553.00 square miles (1,432.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Centre, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Centre.
Geographically, Cherokee County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Sand Rock 921 ft and its lowest point at Leesburg 584 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.