Rainsville is a city located in Dekalb 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 19.9 square miles (52.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1300 ft. With a population of approximately 4,499 residents, Rainsville offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.1% males and 52.9% females, and it has a population density of 226.08 people per square mile (87.29/km²). Rainsville lies at a latitude of 34.49 and a longitude of -85.85, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (29.7%), followed by English (6.4%), German (2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35986.