Selma is a city located in Dallas 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 13.9 square miles (36.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 139 ft. With a population of approximately 20,512 residents, Selma offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 43.87% males and 56.13% females, and it has a population density of 475.68 people per square mile (569.76/km²). Selma lies at a latitude of 32.42 and a longitude of -87.02, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (6%), followed by English (3.8%), German (2.9%), and Scotch-Irish (1.4%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36701.