Anniston is a city located in Calhoun 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 45.4 square miles (118.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 740 ft. With a population of approximately 24,276 residents, Anniston offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 45.63% males and 54.37% females, and it has a population density of 534.71 people per square mile (206.45/km²). Anniston lies at a latitude of 33.66 and a longitude of -85.83, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (10.4%), followed by English (7.4%), German (4.3%), and Scotch-Irish (1.5%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36201.