Russell County is a county located in the U.S. state of Alabama. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 49,756 people, with a population density of about 77.62 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 641.00 square miles (1,660.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Phenix City, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Phenix City.
Geographically, Russell County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Ladonia 471 ft and its lowest point at Crawford 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.