Helena is a city located in Shelby 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 17.1 square miles (44.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 440 ft. With a population of approximately 10,296 residents, Helena offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 47.61% males and 52.39% females, and it has a population density of 602.11 people per square mile (232.47/km²). Helena lies at a latitude of 33.28 and a longitude of -86.86, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (15.9%), followed by English (13.3%), German (11.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35080.