Shorter is a town located in Macon 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 1.7 square miles (4.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 369 ft. With a population of approximately 355 residents, Shorter offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44.79% males and 55.21% females, and it has a population density of 208.82 people per square mile (80.63/km²). Shorter lies at a latitude of 32.4 and a longitude of -85.94, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (3.9%), followed by English (1.1%), German (1.4%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36075.