Hamilton is a city located in Marion 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 36.1 square miles (93.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 488 ft. With a population of approximately 6,786 residents, Hamilton offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 51.67% males and 48.33% females, and it has a population density of 187.98 people per square mile (72.58/km²). Hamilton lies at a latitude of 34.14 and a longitude of -87.99, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (24.5%), followed by English (6.3%), German (6.4%), and Scotch-Irish (1.7%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35570.