Our Community
Come visit DeKalb County! You’ll see why it is the perfect location for your next home or business. At South State, we’re available to show you around so you can decide for yourself where you want to be.
Some 25,013 families call DeKalb County, Alabama, home. Happily ensconced within an easy hour to hour and a half from major cities of Atlanta, Huntsville, Birmingham and Chattanooga, DeKalb County is located in the northeast corner of Alabama and is known as the Southern gateway of the Appalachians.
With our smaller community, you’ll find a lifestyle that allows you to decompress and enjoy the beauty of the area in an area that proudly offers affordable housing costs and property taxes that average $800 per year.
The area offers a distinctive blend of natural beauty, vibrant communities and rich history. From scenic outdoor adventures to local dining and family-friendly amenities, there’s something for everyone here.
The map on the right shows the location of DeKalb County in the state of Alabama. The map on the left shows incorporated areas in gray and the county seat, Fort Payne, in red.
Relocation Guide
Use this handy guide to learn move about Fort Payne, Rainsville, Lookout Mountain and the surrounding area.
Lodging
While you are looking for your new home, here are a few of the welcoming places to stay in DeKalb County
Dining
From eateries you know to home-owned coffee shops, restaurants and casual dining, there are many options dining.
Visit DeKalb County…you’ll want to call it home.
If you’re thinking of relocating your home or business to Dekalb County, we encourage you to come visit for a weekend or a week. Get to know this beautiful and historic part of Alabama, and you’ll see there is no better place to live or conduct business.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of places to hike, kayak, camp and enjoy our beautiful park and natural preserve area. History buffs will find complex and intriguing Native American and American history the has shaped our county, Alabama and the nation. Shoppers will find enticing places to drop in and browse.