Thorsby is a town located in Chilton 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 5.1 square miles (13.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 700 ft. With a population of approximately 1,820 residents, Thorsby offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.05% males and 49.95% females, and it has a population density of 356.86 people per square mile (137.79/km²). Thorsby lies at a latitude of 32.92 and a longitude of -86.72, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (28.6%), followed by English (5%), German (4.9%), and Scotch-Irish (1.2%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35171.