Altoona is a town located in Etowah 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 3.8 square miles (10.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 953 ft. With a population of approximately 984 residents, Altoona offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44% males and 56% females, and it has a population density of 258.95 people per square mile (99.98/km²). Altoona lies at a latitude of 34.03 and a longitude of -86.32, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (36.7%), followed by English (4.5%), German (6.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35952.