Henagar Alabama Map

About Henagar, Alabama

Henagar is a locality in DeKalb County, Alabama, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,501. The population density is 43.6 people per km². Henagar is located at 34.6351°N, 85.7672°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 35978.

Henagar rests in the broad, fertile valley of northeastern Alabama, where the land begins its slow, deliberate climb toward the Cumberland Plateau. It lies 38.4 miles south-west of Chattanooga, TN (from Chattanooga, TN: bearing 223°T), and is situated 5.6 miles north-north-east of Sylvania. Rolling hills, painted in shades of emerald and ochre depending on the season, cradle fields of corn and soybeans that stretch to the tree line, a patchwork quilt stitched with the quiet industry of agriculture. The air here, especially in the early morning, carries the damp, earthy scent of turned soil and the distant, lowing calls of cattle. The sky above Henagar often seems larger than elsewhere, a vast expanse where clouds drift like slow ships on an endless sea, their shadows migrating across the landscape with a painterly grace, particularly as afternoon gives way to the softer light of evening. The roots of Henagar run deep into the rich soil, a history tied to the development of the surrounding farmland and the early settlers who sought opportunity in this verdant stretch. Its local economy, while embracing modern conveniences, still largely revolves around the bounty of the land, with agriculture forming a foundational pillar, supplemented by small businesses that serve the needs of its residents. You won't find grand monuments here, but there's a certain quiet pride in the way things are done, a continuation of traditions that speak to resilience and a deep connection to place, a character that defines the enduring spirit of Henagar.

About This Henagar Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Henagar, Alabama — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 34.635084, -85.767194. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Henagar and DeKalb County.

Detailed location data for Henagar includes the ZIP code (35978), telephone area code (334, 205), county seat of DeKalb County (Fort Payne), and school district assignment (DeKalb County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Henagar is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.