Roanoke is a city located in Randolph 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 18.8 square miles (49.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 880 ft. With a population of approximately 6,563 residents, Roanoke offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.46% males and 53.54% females, and it has a population density of 349.10 people per square mile (134.79/km²). Roanoke lies at a latitude of 33.15 and a longitude of -85.37, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (19.4%), followed by English (5.9%), German (5.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36274.