Sanford is a town located in Covington 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 4.0 square miles (10.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 287 ft. With a population of approximately 269 residents, Sanford offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 52.42% males and 47.58% females, and it has a population density of 67.25 people per square mile (25.97/km²). Sanford lies at a latitude of 31.3 and a longitude of -86.39, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (24.2%), followed by English (8.6%), German (1.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36420.