Waldo is a town 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 2.8 square miles (7.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 660 ft. With a population of approximately 281 residents, Waldo offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.89% males and 49.11% females, and it has a population density of 100.36 people per square mile (38.75/km²). Waldo lies at a latitude of 33.39 and a longitude of -86.03, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (24.6%), followed by English (5.3%), German (1.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35160.