Talladega, Alabama
City · Population 14,693 · #49 in Alabama
About Talladega
Talladega is a close-knit town in eastern Alabama with an estimated population of 14,693.
Officially, Talladega is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 26.05 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 564 residents per square mile.
📰 Talladega News Today
- Charles W. Liggan Obituary | Usrey Funeral Home | Talladega, AL Tribute Archive · Aug 16
- Excavation underway as part of investigation in Talladega WBMA · Jul 8
- Pell City Police provide update on dig site in Talladega County WBRC · Jul 31
- Harold Ingram Obituary (2026) - Talladega, AL - The Daily Home Legacy obituary · Aug 11
- NASCAR announces both Talladega dates for 2027 season Jayski · Aug 6
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Talladega Unique
- The only place in America named Talladega — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in eastern Alabama, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Alabama — one of 594 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- The sweet spot: real amenities without big-city congestion.
- Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 14,693.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 11 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Talladega
- First House Chinese Restaraunt — chinese
- MB Lounge And Grill LLC — american
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- Jemison Carnegie Heritage Hall Mueseum and Art Center · Museum
- Dr. William R. Harvey Museum of Art · Museum
- Talladega College Entrance Gate · Attraction
- Talladega College Sign · Attraction
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Talladega
- Ben E Bruner Sports Complex reviews ★
- Bingham Park reviews ★
- Jemison Park reviews ★
- McMillan Park reviews ★
- Silk Stocking Historic District reviews ★
- Talladega Courthouse Square Historic District reviews ★
- Talladega-Lincoln Outdoor Park reviews ★
- Veterans Park reviews ★
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Talladega
- Alabama School For Blind
- Alabama School For Deaf
- C L Salter Elementary School
- E H Gentry Technical Facility
- Evelyn D Houston Elementary School
- Helen Keller School
- Raymond L Young Elementary School
- Stemley Road Elementary School
- Talladega Career Technical Center
- Talladega County Central High
- Talladega High School
- Zora Ellis Junior High School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
🏥 Hospitals & Healthcare
- Citizens Baptist Medical Center ★ (1/5 CMS rating) · 24/7 ER
Medicare-registered hospitals with official CMS star ratings.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateAlabama
TypeCity
Population (2024)14,693
Rank in state#49 of 463
Land area26.05 sq mi
Density564/sq mi
Coordinates33.4318, -86.0995