Lanett, Alabama

Lanett is a city in Chambers County, Alabama, United States. At the 2020 census the population was 6,970.[2] Lanett is located in eastern Alabama, on the Chattahoochee River, northeast of Montgomery. One of the major industries is cotton milling. The city's name is derived from Lanier and Bennett, founders of the West Point Pepperell Co.

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Location of Lanett in Chambers County, Alabama.
Location of Lanett in Chambers County, Alabama.
Coordinates: 32°51′48″N 85°11′59″W / 32.86333°N 85.19972°W / 32.86333; -85.19972
CountryUnited States
StateAlabama
CountyChambers
Government
 • TypeMayor – Council Form of Government
Area
 • Total6.24 sq mi (16.17 km2)
 • Land6.24 sq mi (16.17 km2)
 • Water0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
591 ft (180 m)
Population
 • Total6,970
 • Density1,116.63/sq mi (431.11/km2)
Time zoneUTC−5 (Eastern)
ZIP code
36863
FIPS code01-41296
GNIS feature ID0151988
Websitewww.cityoflanett.com

References

  1. "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
  2. 2.0 2.1 "QuickFacts: Lanett city, Alabama". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved September 2, 2023.