Elevation
Highest point in Alabama
The highest point in Alabama is Cheaha Mountain, at 2,405 feet (733 meters) above sea level. It ranks 35th among the 50 state high points.
From Gulf of Mexico to Cheaha Mountain
Alabama spans about 2,405 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 2.51 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 208 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across Alabama · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in Alabama
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville, AL | 633 | 193 |
| Birmingham, AL | 614 | 187 |
| Dothan, AL | 322 | 98 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 223 | 68 |
| Mobile, AL | 10 | 3 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in Alabama?
The highest point in Alabama is Cheaha Mountain, at 2,405 feet (733 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 35th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in Alabama?
The lowest point is Gulf of Mexico, at sea level.
What is the average elevation of Alabama?
The mean elevation of Alabama is about 499 feet (152 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Cheaha Mountain?
On a standard day about 27.41 inHg (928 hPa), 92% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 208 °F (98 °C).