Centre is a city located in Cherokee 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 11.0 square miles (28.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 663 ft. With a population of approximately 3,216 residents, Centre offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44.87% males and 55.13% females, and it has a population density of 292.36 people per square mile (112.88/km²). Centre lies at a latitude of 34.16 and a longitude of -85.67, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (26.7%), followed by English (4.9%), German (1.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35960.