York is a city located in Sumter 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 7.1 square miles (18.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 190 ft. With a population of approximately 2,854 residents, York offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 43.06% males and 56.94% females, and it has a population density of 401.97 people per square mile (155.20/km²). York lies at a latitude of 32.49 and a longitude of -88.3, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (5.8%), followed by English (2.5%), German (0%), and Scotch-Irish (1.5%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36925.