Greenville is a city located in Butler 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 21.2 square miles (55.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 441 ft. With a population of approximately 7,228 residents, Greenville offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44.7% males and 55.3% females, and it has a population density of 340.94 people per square mile (131.64/km²). Greenville lies at a latitude of 31.83 and a longitude of -86.63, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (13.1%), followed by English (4.6%), German (1.9%), and Scotch-Irish (2.2%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36037.