Tarrant is a city located in Jefferson 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 6.4 square miles (17.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 546 ft. With a population of approximately 7,022 residents, Tarrant offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.94% males and 53.06% females, and it has a population density of 97.19 people per square mile (423.63/km²). Tarrant lies at a latitude of 33.59 and a longitude of -86.77, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (20.2%), followed by English (5.4%), German (5.7%), and Scotch-Irish (2.3%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35217.