Chatom is a town located in Washington 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 10.9 square miles (28.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 210 ft. With a population of approximately 1,193 residents, Chatom offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.6% males and 54.4% females, and it has a population density of 109.45 people per square mile (42.26/km²). Chatom lies at a latitude of 31.46 and a longitude of -88.25, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (22%), followed by English (7.3%), German (4.4%), and Scotch-Irish (2.7%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36518.