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Introduction to Andalusia, Alabama
Andalusia, Alabama, in Covington county, is 64 miles W of Dothan, Alabama (center to center) and 208 miles SW of Atlanta, Georgia. There are an estimated 8,794 people in the city.
Andalusia History
The area now known as the city of Andalusia was originally inhabited by the Creek Indians. It was first settled by the whites in the 1840s. Originally, it was named New Site. The first post office was established in 1846 and the area was renamed Andalusia. Many believe the city was named after the Andalusia Province of Spain. In fact, in Spanish the word means "to walk easy". The Georgia Railroad first entered the city in 1899.
Andalusia and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Andalusia
Popular spots to visit in the city include the Andalusia Commercial Historic District, Cooper Park, Johnson Memorial Park, and Robinson Memorial Park. The Lacy Black Rushing Museum and Three Notch Museum are also worth taking a look around. The Covington Mall Shopping Center, Three Notch Shopping Center, and West Gate Plaza Shopping Center are the major shopping spots in the Andalusia area.
Andalusia Transportation
Panama City-Bay Co International is the closest major airport.
Andalusia Higher Education
Lurleen B Wallace Junior College is located in Andalusia. Reid State Technical College, Troy State University - Main Campus, Jefferson Davis Community College, and Martin University are also close by.
Andalusia strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Alabama):
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| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 1% |  |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 1% | |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 3% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 17% | |
Comparing Andalusia to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Alabama (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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