Florence is a city located in Lauderdale 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 24.9 square miles (64.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 548 ft. With a population of approximately 36,264 residents, Florence offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 45.66% males and 54.34% females, and it has a population density of 456.39 people per square mile (562.31/km²). Florence lies at a latitude of 34.82 and a longitude of -87.66, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (20.6%), followed by English (9.4%), German (6.6%), and Scotch-Irish (2.9%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35630.