Ashland is a city located in Clay 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 7.2 square miles (19.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1130 ft. With a population of approximately 1,965 residents, Ashland offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.14% males and 54.86% females, and it has a population density of 272.92 people per square mile (105.37/km²). Ashland lies at a latitude of 33.27 and a longitude of -85.84, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (20.5%), followed by English (7%), German (3.3%), and Scotch-Irish (2.6%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36251.