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All it takes is one visit to Prattville, Alabama, and you'll be hooked on the warmth and charm of this 1839 New England style village nestled cozily in the heart of the deep south. As the "birthplace of industry" in "Alabama, Prattville's rich history spans the life and accomplishments of its founder Daniel Pratt, the great industrialist. Prattville features historic attractions, markers, and 150 structures of the Daniel Pratt historic district, listed in the National Register of Historic Places -- many of which date back prior to the Civil War. Today, Prattville is the seat of government in Autauga County, founded in 1818 -- "a county older than the state". 
Our "Fountain City" (named for the abundance of artesian wells that flow throughout the town) also boasts a wide variety of natural and recreational attractions -- many of which offer canoeing, hiking, fishing, athletics and other means of entertainment. Prattville is home to the newest site of on the world famous Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, "Capitol Hill" - and the Legends at Capitol Hill, an executive conference and golf resort. Plus, our renowned cultural and retail attractions such as CityFest (an annual arts and crafts event), numerous antique and specialty stores, as well as excellent dining establishments are sure to please the most discriminating taste.
So come experience Prattville, Alabama for yourself -- whether passing through or making us a destination. After one visit we're sure you'll find that Prattville will be a memorable visit for your family for many years to come.

    COMMUNITY PROFILE

City Name: Prattville

Population: 27,500 Est.

County Name: Autauga

    LOCATION AND TRANSPORTATION

Commercial Airline : no

Nearest Regional Airport: Montgomery

    Distance to: 15 Mi.

Interstate Highways : Yes I-65, and I-85

    If no, then distance to interstate highways: 

Four Lane Highways : Hwy. 31 and 82

State Highways : Hwy. 14 and 6

Distance to...

    Atlanta: 185 Mi.

    Birmingham: 75 Mi.

    Mobile: 170 Mi.

    Nashville: 275 Mi.

    Nearest Coastal City (Name/Distance): Gulf Shores...160 Mi.

Public Transportation : no

LOCAL TAXES

Property Taxes on $100,000 Home with Homestead Exemption: $239.00

Total Millage Rate: 28 mils

Sales Tax (Total): 8.5%

Automobile Tax & Tag: Cost depends on Make and Model

    HOUSING COSTS

Approximate cost of 1,800 sq.ft. home with two car garage - 5 to 10 yrs old: $131,000.00
Approximate cost of 1,800 sq.ft. home with two car garage - new: $148,000.00

    UTILITIES/SERVICES

Public Water : yes

Cost per 1000 gallons: $9.31 for first 3000 gallons

Public Sewer : yes

If yes, Approximate percent of community with sewage service: 70%

Cost of Sewage Service: $5.00

Electricity, Cost per 1000kwh: $51.04

Garbage Service Cost: $11.00

Number of Pick ups per Week: 2

Cost for Basic Cable TV Service: $28.25

Number of Channels:53

Percent of community coverage:90%

    HEALTH CARE

Number of Physicians...

     City: 15

    County:16

Number of hospital Beds:

     City: 85

     County:85

Nursing Home Facilities: 1

Assisted Living Facilities: 5

Regional Health Care Center : yes

    MILITARY POSTS

Military Posts : yes

    Name/Distance to: Maxwell AFB...8Mi.

    LIBRARY

Public Library : yes

    RELIGION

Places of Worship: 63

Denominations: 24

    LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Post/Secondary Institutions : yes
    Auburn University at Montgomery-15 Mi.
    Faulkner University-15 Mi.
    Huntingdon College-15MI.

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