ZIP Code 35055 in Cullman, AL

Data Last Updated: November 1, 2025
City:Cullman, Alabama
City Alias:Dodge City, Good Hope
County:Cullman County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:9:15:23 PM
Population:22,299 [See All]
Area Codes:256 / 938
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:34.1494, -86.7474
Land Area:63.817 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 35055 has 22,299 residents and 8,975 households (average 2.40 persons per household). The median age is 39.0 years, about the same as the state (39.7) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.7% male and 52.3% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (87.8%, much higher than the state average of 64.1% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (6.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 6.3%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:22,299Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:23,231Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:23,580Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:349.4 people per sq mile
Average Income:$58,488Source: Census ACS
Households:8,975Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$195,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.40Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.98Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--20,27820,54320,24420,27620,29020,52020,78020,88421,15321,53522,59722,52123,231
Decennial Census19,427------------------22,299------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 39

Male Median Age: 37.4

Female Median Age: 40.7

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male726667729710693708783667726637682625629493442324207190
Female671729729757634682813701699689668710650618664496366385
Total1,3971,3961,4581,4671,3271,3901,5961,3681,4251,3261,3501,3351,2791,1111,106820573575
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:19,56987.46%
Black:2601.16%
Hispanic:*1,4106.30%
Asian:2761.23%
American Indian:1180.53%
Hawaiian:160.07%
Other:7273.25%
Total:22,376100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:10,63847.71%37.4 years
Females:11,66152.29%40.7 years
Total:22,299100%39.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:22,56097.11%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1870.80%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1980.85%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:2862.08%
Total Population:23,231100%
Total Native Population:22,74797.92%
Total Foreign-born Population:4842.08%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $58,488, which is considerably lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $23,901 (69.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $11,535. Family households earn a median of $84,410 versus $25,787 for nonfamily households (a difference of $58,623). By gender, male median income is $60,268 and female is $44,895, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $15,373 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 57.5%, which is lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (35.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$34,587$36,692$35,726$37,032$37,614$38,586$40,389$42,252$46,953$51,479$53,810$56,769$58,488
Median Family Income$46,319$45,730$47,093$46,428$45,828$47,565$50,734$52,468$58,675$64,332$71,301$80,250$84,410
Median NonFamily Income$18,161$18,923$18,179$17,019$18,106$20,990$20,990$22,302$24,135$24,893$25,475$26,260$25,787
Median Male Income$36,766$38,968$40,560$38,773$37,042$38,944$38,942$40,721$42,008$50,205$50,455$56,508$60,268
Median Female Income$30,397$31,153$34,859$33,983$32,716$31,020$31,384$31,071$32,395$32,039$34,946$42,593$44,895
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:10,55056.25%
Unemployed:2341.25%
Not In Labor Force:7,97042.50%
Total:18,754100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:3,76235.66%
Service:1,76416.72%
Sales and Office:2,43023.03%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,12810.69%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,46613.90%
Total Civilian Employed Population:10,550100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $195,400, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $82,700 (73.38%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $64,500. The median gross rent is $934, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $366 (64.44%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $253. Of occupied housing, owners make up 62.98% (53.65% with a mortgage, 46.35% free-and-clear) and renters 37.02% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 10.21%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (14.99%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$112,700$114,700$109,800$111,800$117,100$121,700$121,100$126,300$130,900$139,000$150,800$185,300$195,400
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:43112.16%
$500 to $999:1,47741.66%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,05529.76%
$1,500 to $1,999:1774.99%
$2,000 to $2,499:1353.81%
$2,500 to $2,999:210.59%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:2497.02%
Total:3,545100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$568$577$567$585$575$595$626$627$681$752$807$851$934
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):3,23533.79%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,79529.19%
Renter Occupied:3,54537.02%
Total Occupied Housing Units:9,575100%

Occupied Housing Units:9,57589.79%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,08910.21%
Total Housing Units:10,664100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:7,77472.90%
Multi-Family Units:2,40022.51%
Other Units:4904.59%
Total Housing Units:10,664100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 26.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 88.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 8.70%, which is on par with the state rate (9.40%). The share of people in poverty is 10.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 4.90 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.50 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (38.71%). College enrollment is 19.32%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:6193.84%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,2497.75%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):4,35126.99%
Some college, no degree:3,58822.26%
Associate's degree:2,05512.75%
Bachelor's degree:2,81917.49%
Graduate or professional degree:1,4408.93%
Total:16,121100%
High school or higher:14,25388.41%
Bachelor's degree or higher:4,25926.42%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:15,43460.94%
Public Insurance:7,92031.27%
No Insurance:1,9717.78%
Total:25,325100%
Has Health Insurance:23,35492.22%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty15.7%18.6%19.3%17.4%16.1%12.9%11.4%11.2%10.3%8.2%7.0%9.1%10.8%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:5129.15%
Kindergarten:2694.81%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,16638.71%
High school (grades 9-12):1,56828.02%
College or graduate school:1,08119.32%
Total:5,596100%
Early Childhood:78113.96%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):4,00371.53%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 35055 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 889 business establishments, employing about 14,783 people with an annual payroll of $688,170,000. USPS data shows 9,825 residential mailboxes and 1,229 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:9,825Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1,229Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:11,020Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:8,575Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:725Source: USPS
# of Businesses:889Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$173,106,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$688,170,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:14,783Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 35055 is located in Cullman County, Alabama, within the Cullman, AL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 18980) and Alabama's 4th Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 89,463 people, about 24.93% of whom live in ZIP Code 35055. It covers 63.817 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.052 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Cullman, ALSource: Census
CBSA Number:18980Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:89,463Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:63.817 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.052 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:04Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:8888.77 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0118976Source: Census
Place Name:Cullman city; AlabamaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


35056 | | 35054

Schools in ZIP Code 35055


ZIP Code 35055 is part of 2 school districts, including: Cullman City School District (Grades KG thru 12) and Cullman County School District (Grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th). There are 8 public schools and 4 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Cullman Community Comprehensive Learning Center 301 1st Street Ne
Cullman, AL 35055
District: Cullman City School District
Welti Elementary School 8545 County Road 747
Cullman, AL 35055
District: Cullman County School District
Cullman City Primary School 900 Hoehn Drive Ne
Cullman, AL 35055
District: Cullman City School District
Cullman Middle School 800 2nd Ave Ne
Cullman, AL 35055
District: Cullman City School District
Cullman High School 510 13th St Ne
Cullman, AL 35055
District: Cullman City School District
East Elementary School 608 4th Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
District: Cullman City School District
West Elementary School 303 Rosemont Ave Sw
Cullman, AL 35055
District: Cullman City School District
Cullman City Career Tech 301 First Street Ne
Cullman, AL 35055
District: Cullman City School District
Cullman Christian School 708 7th St Sw
Cullman, AL 35055
District: Private School
Sacred Heart Elementary 112 2nd Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
District: Private School
St Pauls Lutheran School 510 3rd Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
District: Private School
St Bernard Preparatory School 1600 Saint Bernard Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 35055


George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville 801 Main St Nw
Hanceville, AL 35077-2000
Type: Post Secondary
New Beginning College Of Cosmetology 421 Martling Road
Albertville, AL 35951
Type: Post Secondary
Snead State Community College 102 Elder Street
Boaz, AL 35957-0734
Type: Post Secondary
Strayer University - Decatur Campus 305 2nd Avenue, Southeast
Decatur, AL 35601-2319
Type: Post Secondary
Jefferson State Community College 2601 Carson Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215-3098
Type: Post Secondary
Alabama State College Of Barber Styling 753 Main Street
Gardendale, AL 35071
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on November 1, 2025.

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