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Population Review

Cullman, Alabama Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Cullman, Alabama is 18,894 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 34th-largest city in Alabama. The median household income is $63,704, the median home value is $215,200, and the median age is 41.1.

The population has grown 33.5% since 2010 (15,163 → 20,239).

18,894

Population

828

People / sq mi

$63,704

Median Income

$215,200

Median Home Value

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Cullman covers 22.8 sq mi of land at 828 people per square mile.

About Cullman, AL

Remote work is unusually rare in Cullman: 3.9% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. With 18,894 residents, Cullman is a city in Alabama. It ranks #34 among cities in Alabama by population.

The typical household earns $63,704, below the US median of $78,538. About 9.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $215,200, with typical rent around $921.

31.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (3.9%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.

Cullman city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Cullman city had a population of 15,163 in 2010 and 20,239 in 2024, a 33.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 20,239 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.15%.

2024 · 20K20102024
Cullman city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

20,239

Population (2024)

15,163

Population (2010)

20,239

Peak (2024)

2.15%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201015,163
201115,131
201215,140
201315,217
201415,318
201515,490
201615,625
201715,734
201815,884
201916,034
202018,461
202118,845
202219,229
202319,869
202420,239

Race & Ethnicity

White92.5%
Black or African American0.9%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.1%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$63,704

Median Household Income

$34,614

Per Capita Income

9.5%

Poverty Rate

1.7%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$215,200

Median Home Value

$921

Median Rent

59.2%

Owner-Occupied

Education

90.0%

High School+

31.5%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

88.7%

Public Transit

3.9%

Work From Home

21.8 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

25.5%

Foreign Born

97.6%

Non-English at Home

7.7%

Veterans

16.8%

With Disability

92.5%

Health Insurance

90.3%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management23.2%
Manufacturing13.1%
Education, Health Care & Social Services11.0%
Construction8.0%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services6.8%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate6.1%
Public Administration5.9%
Information5.5%
Retail Trade5.4%
Agriculture & Mining0.7%
Transportation & Warehousing0.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cullman, Alabama has a population of 18,894 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 34th-largest city in Alabama.

The median household income in Cullman, Alabama is $63,704, with 9.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Cullman, Alabama is $215,200, with median monthly rent at $921 and a homeownership rate of 59.2%.

The median age in Cullman, Alabama is 41.1 years. The population is 48.6% male and 51.4% female.

The population has grown 33.5% since 2010 (15,163 → 20,239).


Cullman city, AL Climate

Cullman city, AL has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F) and receives about 1488 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

15.3°C

Avg Temp

1488

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

-5°5°15°25°35°169mmJFMAMJJASOND
Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Cullman city, AL — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January4° / 39°142 mm
February6° / 44°129 mm
March11° / 51°169 mm
April15° / 59°130 mm
May19° / 67°125 mm
June24° / 74°109 mm
July26° / 78°123 mm
August25° / 77°88 mm
September22° / 71°117 mm
October16° / 60°91 mm
November10° / 51°120 mm
December6° / 43°145 mm

1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.

Best time to visit Cullman city, AL

The most comfortable months to visit Cullman city, AL are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.