Sylacauga is a city located in Talladega 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 18.5 square miles (48.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 580 ft. With a population of approximately 12,616 residents, Sylacauga offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 44.84% males and 55.16% females, and it has a population density of 681.95 people per square mile (263.30/km²). Sylacauga lies at a latitude of 33.18 and a longitude of -86.25, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (20.5%), followed by English (6.8%), German (3%), and Scotch-Irish (1.9%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35150.