Looking for a FEMA Elevation Certificate in Moulton, AL? Describe your project once and up to five licensed surveyors who work in Moulton and Lawrence County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Moulton is home to about 3,408 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a stable community (+0.3% since 2020). With 569 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Homes in or near mapped flood zones often need an Elevation Certificate for flood insurance, a LOMA request or new construction.
Moulton at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 3,408 (+0.3% since 2020)
- Rank in Alabama
- 134th of 463 cities and towns
- Land area
- 6.0 sq mi
- Population density
- 569 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Moulton city)
- Main county
- Lawrence County
What to check before hiring in Moulton
- License: in Alabama, Elevation Certificates are signed by a licensed land surveyor, engineer or architect. Ask for the license number.
- Flood zone: check your zone on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center before you ask for quotes.
- Price drivers: distance to the nearest benchmark, building type, and whether a LOMA package is included.
- Existing certificate: ask your community's floodplain manager whether a certificate is already on file for your home.
Useful official resources
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FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Check whether your property is in a mapped flood zone.
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FloodSmart (NFIP)
The National Flood Insurance Program site for policyholders.
Services available in Moulton
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FEMA Elevation Certificate
Field survey and FEMA Elevation Certificate for flood insurance rating or floodplain management.
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LOMA support
Elevation data and the documents for a Letter of Map Amendment request to FEMA.
Frequently asked questions in Moulton
How much does an Elevation Certificate cost in Moulton, AL?
It depends on the site, the building and the distance to survey benchmarks. Describe your property: surveyors who serve Moulton reply with a quote.
Is my home in a flood zone?
Check your address on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center. Your surveyor confirms the zone on the certificate.
How long does it take?
Usually one to three weeks, depending on the surveyor's schedule. Tell us your deadline, for example a policy renewal or a closing.
Which licensed surveyors will contact me?
Up to five independent licensed surveyors who serve Moulton and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.