Hartselle Alabama Map
Explore Hartselle, Alabama, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Hartselle, Alabama
| City | Hartselle |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| County | Morgan County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 34.443428 |
| Longitude | -86.935284 |
| Population | 15,455 |
| Density | 359.3 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 35640 |
| Area Code | 256 |
| County Seat | Decatur |
| School District | Hartselle City School District |
About Hartselle, Alabama
Hartselle is a locality in Morgan County, Alabama, United States. It has a population of 15,455. The population density is 359.3 people per km². Hartselle is located at 34.4434°N, 86.9353°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Hartselle is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 35640.Hartselle occupies a quiet expanse of land where the landscape transitions into the gentle rise of Snow Hill. It lies 11.6 miles south-southeast of Decatur, AL (from Decatur, AL: bearing 166°T), and is situated 6.1 miles south-southwest of Priceville. The Town Branch meanders through the landscape, acting as a persistent witness to the rhythms of the seasons. To the north, the waters of Wheeler Lake provide a steady presence in the geography, while the nearby Stevenson Hollow creates a natural depression in the surrounding terrain. Earth Park offers a grounded space for local flora to thrive in the humid, inland air. The soil here holds the warmth of long afternoons, anchoring the town firmly within the regional landscape.
Hartselle emerged as a point of transit, eventually growing into a hub for regional trade and commerce. The local economy relies on a blend of small-scale industry and agricultural service, reflecting the industrious nature of the residents. Over the years, the arrival of the railroad shaped the development of the commercial center, drawing people to gather and exchange goods. Today, the economy remains tied to the steady productivity of the surrounding fields and the modest businesses that define the main streets. Work in Hartselle often follows the cycle of the harvest, maintaining a connection to the land that has persisted for generations.
Hartselle maintains a distinct cultural character defined by a commitment to local traditions and a steady, predictable pace of life. The downtown district features historic architecture that serves as a visual anchor for the community, reflecting a time when craftsmanship dictated the appearance of public spaces. Annual gatherings bring residents together to celebrate shared heritage, reinforcing the bonds that keep the population connected. Notable individuals like the singer George Lindsey have long provided a sense of pride, their achievements echoing the character of their upbringing. This place favors the quiet observation of daily life, where the evening light settles over the rooftops in a way that feels singular and calm.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Historic Downtown Hartselle (Attraction) — 0.1 mi, 072° E
- The Burleson Center (Arts Centre) — 0.3 mi, 043° NE
- Sparkman Fields (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 189° S
- J.P. Cain Stadium (Stadium) — 0.9 mi, 161° S
- Purple Heart (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 180° S
- Sparkman Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 191° S
- Sparkman Soccer (Local Recreation) — 1.2 mi, 188° S
- Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 3.2 mi, 349° N · 35k acres
- Falkville (Public Artwork) — 5.5 mi, 163° S
- State-owned Submerged Lands (Resource Management Area) — 9.3 mi, 012° N
- Hurricane Creek Park (State Park) — 10.9 mi, 169° S
- William B. Bankhead National Forest (National Forest) — 11.8 mi, 245° SW · 182k acres
- Lest We Forget (Monument) — 12.4 mi, 343° N
- Swan Creek Wildlife Management Area (National Conservation Area) — 12.8 mi, 351° N · 4,011 acres
- Amphitheatre (Theatre) — 13.8 mi, 271° W
- Triana Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 15.0 mi, 050° NE
- Crooked Creek Civil War Museum (Museum) — 15.3 mi, 189° S
- Veteran's Park Memorial Display (Monument) — 15.6 mi, 302° NW
- Mallard-fox Creek Wildlife Management Area (National Conservation Area) — 16.3 mi, 328° NW · 2,094 acres
- Clarkson Covered Bridge (Attraction) — 16.6 mi, 191° S
- Sportsman Lake (Attraction) — 17.8 mi, 166° S
- Dallas W. Fanning Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 18.1 mi, 036° NE
- Cullman County Museum (Museum) — 19.0 mi, 164° S
- Star Theater (Historical) (Cinema) — 20.5 mi, 277° W
- HA Alexander park Amphitheatre (Theatre) — 20.9 mi, 276° W
- Helicopter (Attraction) — 21.3 mi, 043° NE
- Mill Creek Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 21.4 mi, 027° NE
- Sipsey Fork West Fork, Alabama Wild and Scenic River (Wild & Scenic River) — 23.0 mi, 261° W · 10k acres
- Sipsey Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 24.9 mi, 252° W · 26k acres
- Trinity School Cistern (Historic Ruins) — 24.9 mi, 356° N
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About This Hartselle Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hartselle, Alabama. Coordinates: 34.443428, -86.935284. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Hartselle includes the ZIP code (35640), telephone area code (256), county seat of Morgan County (Decatur), and school district assignment (Hartselle City School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
