Alabama

DeKalb

71,608
2020 population
1840
first census record
19
census records

About DeKalb

DeKalb, Alabama, first appears in the United States federal census in 1840, when it recorded a population of 5,929. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 71,608.

The county's recorded population has risen across the decades to its highest level in 2020.

On the ground today, 4 documented military engagements have been recorded within the county, among them Surrender at Cedar Bluff (Streight's Raid), Skirmish at Vincent's Crossroads, Alabama, Skirmish at Blevins Gap, Alabama.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
202071,608
201071,109
200064,452
199054,651
198053,658
197041,981
196041,417
195045,048
194043,075
193040,104
192034,426
191028,261
190023,558
189021,106
188012,675
18707,126
186010,705
18508,245
18405,929
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in DeKalb

Military engagements that took place in DeKalb, Alabama.

Surrender at Cedar Bluff (Streight's Raid)
1863
Skirmish at Vincent's Crossroads, Alabama
1863
Skirmish at Blevins Gap, Alabama
1863
Streight's Raid Alabama
1863

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Frequently asked about DeKalb

When does DeKalb first appear in the US census?
DeKalb, Alabama first appears in the federal census in 1840, with a recorded population of 5,929.
What is the population of DeKalb?
At the most recent federal census (2020), DeKalb had a recorded population of 71,608.
Were any battles fought in DeKalb?
4 documented military engagements took place in DeKalb, including Surrender at Cedar Bluff (Streight's Raid), Skirmish at Vincent's Crossroads, Alabama, Skirmish at Blevins Gap, Alabama.
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