Shores is a city located in Baldwin 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 18.4 square miles (48.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 12 ft. With a population of approximately 5,044 residents, Shores offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.31% males and 50.69% females, and it has a population density of 274.13 people per square mile (105.84/km²). Shores lies at a latitude of 30.27 and a longitude of -87.7, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (16.2%), followed by English (17.4%), German (15%), and Scotch-Irish (4.7%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36542.