Baldwin County, county in Alabama, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 229,287 inhabitants. The county was created 214 years ago in 1809. Its county seat is Bay Minette.
There are 15 city/town in Baldwin County, AL. The largest city of Baldwin County is Daphne with a population of 27,719. Other cities include, Fairhope population 23,584, Foley population 21,446, Gulf Shores population 13,166, Bay Minette population 9,509
With sugar-white sand beaches, historic port towns, and oak-lined countryside, Baldwin County encapsulates the beauty and tradition of coastal Alabama. The largest city and county seat, Bay Minette, provides a historic downtown district filled with shops and eatery. Local museums dive into the logging industry origins.
On the Eastern Shore, visitors can experience Fairhope's quaint downtown with locally-owned shops, art galleries, and fine dining. Nearby Daphne offers a more modern suburban experience but retains its small town Southern charm.
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach comprise Alabama’s premier beach resort towns, with stunning beaches, beachside accommodation, shopping, and fresh Gulf seafood. These lively communities host major events and festivals for visitors.
Further inland, historic towns like Silverhill and Robertsdale celebrate Baldwin County’s rural heritage and offer antique shopping in historic districts. The area's natural scenery can be enjoyed in preserves like Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge.
From its sugar sand shores to its picturesque countryside, Baldwin County encapsulates some of coastal Alabama’s most appealing destinations. The unique identities of its cities and towns create an engaging and diverse getaway.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Baldwin County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Bay Minette | County seat of Baldwin County, Alabama, USA | 9,509 |
Daphne | City in Alabama, United States | 27,719 |
Elberta | Town of the United States | 1,753 |
Fairhope | City in Baldwin County, Alabama U. | 23,584 |
Foley | City in Baldwin County, Alabama, United States | 21,446 |
Gulf Shores | City in Baldwin County, Alabama, United States | 13,166 |
Loxley | Town | 3,329 |
Magnolia Springs | Town in Baldwin County, Alabama, USA | 831 |
Orange Beach | City in Baldwin County, Alabama, United States | 6,343 |
Perdido Beach | City in Baldwin County, Alabama, United States of America | 652 |
Point Clear | Unincorporated community in Alabama | 2,125 |
Robertsdale | City in Alabama, United States | 7,030 |
Silverhill | Town in Alabama, USA | 1,285 |
Spanish Fort | City of Alabama, United States | 9,460 |
Summerdale | Town | 1,792 |