Population56,953 (2025 est.)
River Town Roots and an Unlikely Landmark
Coffee County, AlabamaCoffee County pairs Elba’s river setting with Enterprise’s distinctive place in Alabama’s agricultural story. The Boll Weevil Monument gives visitors an unusual introduction to the changes that reshaped local farming, while Elba remains the county seat. Both communities belong to the Wiregrass region of southeastern Alabama. Explore them together to see how county government, agriculture and local memory connect two different centers of community life across the same county.
Coffee County at a Glance
Population56,953 (2025 est.)
County SeatElba
Largest CityEnterprise
Established1841
ZIP CodesSee postal resources
Total Area, Including Water680 sq mi (total)
Major RoutesU.S. Highway 84; U.S. Highway 231; State Route 27; State Route 51; State Route 87; State Route 88
Area CodesVaries by community
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Coffee County was created from western Dale County in 1841 and named for John Coffee. Its first county seat was Wellborn; a courthouse fire in 1851 preceded the move to Elba. Enterprise later became another center for county services, with a branch government established there in 1907. Its Boll Weevil Monument adds a separate chapter to the story, commemorating the agricultural changes associated with the insect's arrival. Together, these places explain why the county has more than one historic focal point.
Begin in Elba to understand the county seat and its setting near the Pea River and Whitewater Creek. In Enterprise, let the Boll Weevil Monument introduce the farming history behind a familiar local symbol. The two stops offer different perspectives on the same Wiregrass county. When arranging county business, identify the specific office and location first, since the presence of facilities in both communities makes the department's own directions especially useful.
What Shapes Us
Elba's River Setting
Elba brings the county seat into a landscape shaped by the Pea River and Whitewater Creek, connecting civic history with a recognizable natural setting.
Agricultural Change
Enterprise's Boll Weevil Monument turns an unexpected subject into a starting point for learning how local farmers adapted and the agricultural economy changed.
Two Civic Centers
Elba and Enterprise both appear in the county's government history, so checking the particular department helps residents choose the right location for services.
Discover the stories that connect two Wiregrass communities.
A Closer Look
Coffee County
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Coffee County seeks residents’ damage reports for federal disaster request - WDHN
Coffee County seeks residents’ damage reports for federal disaster request WDHN
Read the Story Oct 14, 2026 • 2 min read
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Coffee County seeks residents’ damage reports for federal disaster request - WDHN
Coffee County seeks residents’ damage reports for federal disaster request WDHN
Oct 14, 2026 • 2 min read
Gov. Kay Ivey orders office closures as Isaias approaches - Montgomery Advertiser
Gov. Kay Ivey orders office closures as Isaias approaches Montgomery Advertiser
Oct 8, 2026 • 2 min read
Brundidge Man Killed in Coffee County ATV Crash - Wiregrass Daily News
Brundidge Man Killed in Coffee County ATV Crash Wiregrass Daily News
Aug 17, 2026 • 2 min read
Man dead after ATV crashes into deer in Coffee County - WDHN
Man dead after ATV crashes into deer in Coffee County WDHN
Aug 15, 2026 • 2 min read
Alabama man dies after ATV strikes deer in early morning crash - AL.com
Alabama man dies after ATV strikes deer in early morning crash AL.com
Aug 15, 2026 • 2 min read
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Government
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Schools
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Zion Chapel High School – Other; grades PK-12. 29256 Highway 87, Jack, AL 36346. 334-897-6275.
Elba Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-06. 145 Tiger Dr, Elba, AL 36323. 334-897-2814.
Brookwood Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-06. 6500 Boll Weevil Circle, Enterprise, AL 36330. 334-393-9542.
Kinston School – Other; grades PK-12. 201 College Street, Kinston, AL 36453. 334-565-3016.
New Brockton Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-05. 504 North John Street, New Brockton, AL 36351. 334-894-6152.
New Brockton High School – High; grades 09-12. 210 South Tyler Street, New Brockton, AL 36351. 334-894-2350.
New Brockton Middle School – Middle; grades 06-08. 210 South Tyler Street, New Brockton, AL 36351. 334-894-2350.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Medical Center Enterprise – Acute Care Hospitals. 400 N Edwards Street, Enterprise, AL 36330. 334-347-0584.
Public Safety
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Emergency Services
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Parks & Public Lands
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Trails
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Utilities
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Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Elba Public Library – 406 Simmons Street, Elba, AL 36323. 334-897-6921.
Enterprise Public Library – 101 East Grubbs Street, Enterprise, AL 36330. 334-347-2636.
Courts
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DMV
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Transportation
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Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
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56,953 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate). This is a dated Census Bureau estimate, rather than a live resident count.
680.495 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography). The total combines land and water area.
The monument commemorates the agricultural changes associated with the boll weevil and the move toward more varied farming. It is a local symbol of adaptation, rather than a tribute to cotton production alone. Boll Weevil Monument history.
Elba is the county seat, and Enterprise has a branch-government history dating to 1907. Check the particular department’s location before arranging an in-person visit. Coffee County history.
Start with these official Alabama resources: Driver License Offices; License and ID Cards; Driver Records, Crash Reports, and Driver License Reinstatements. Choose the page for the service you need, then check its office or online instructions before making a trip. These links cover state services; they do not establish that every transaction is available at a county office.
Use USPS ZIP Code Lookup for the mailing ZIP Code of a specific street address. Use the USPS location finder to search for nearby postal facilities and available services. An address lookup is more useful for mailing than assuming the entire county shares one ZIP Code.
The VA explains how to find and appoint an accredited representative for benefit claims. Contact a representative to confirm availability before appointing them. For education benefits, use the GI Bill application guidance. These are national VA services available to eligible local residents, rather than a listing of county offices.
Search USAJOBS for federal positions and the Apprenticeship Finder for apprenticeship opportunities, using location filters to narrow the results. USAGov job-training guidance points to training programs and state resources. Check each listing for current availability, eligibility and application instructions; a search result does not guarantee an opening in the county.
Coffee County was created from western Dale County in 1841 and named for John Coffee. Its first county seat was Wellborn; a courthouse fire in 1851 preceded the move to Elba. Enterprise later became another center for county services, with a branch government established there in 1907. Its Boll Weevil Monument adds a separate chapter to the story, commemorating the agricultural changes associated with the insect's arrival. Together, these places explain why the county has more than one historic focal point.
Begin in Elba to understand the county seat and its setting near the Pea River and Whitewater Creek. In Enterprise, let the Boll Weevil Monument introduce the farming history behind a familiar local symbol. The two stops offer different perspectives on the same Wiregrass county. When arranging county business, identify the specific office and location first, since the presence of facilities in both communities makes the department's own directions especially useful.
The 2020 Census geography figures record 678.986 square miles of land and 1.509 square miles of water in Coffee County. The county’s total area includes both. These are geographic measurements for that Census vintage, not a measurement of current water levels or public recreation access.
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