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Cullman

Pop. 19,319·34th most expensive in Alabama·Rental market data updated monthly for Cullman, AL
Median rent (all units)
$1,563/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.4%
Month-over-Month
+1.1%
vs US Median
-$402
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Cullman · $1,563
More affordable than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,563/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$63,000/yr
Local median income
$61,224/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Cullman's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$700
1 BR
$700
2 BR
$920
3 BR
$1,190
4 BR+
$1,380
Research median
$920/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$18,756/yr
At $1,563/mo median
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Rents are climbing (3.4% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.4% YoY, +1.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Cullman, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
19,319
Median income
$61,224
Median age
40.8
Renters
38.5%
Age distribution
22.8%
19.9%
29.2%
18.6%
Under 1822.8%
18–3419.9%
35–5429.2%
55–649.6%
65+18.6%
Gender
47.8%
52.2%
Male47.8%
Female52.2%
Race & ethnicity
89.6%
White89.6%
Black0.6%
Hispanic3.3%
Other6.2%
Education (25+)
28%
29.8%
32.4%
No HS diploma9.8%
HS diploma28%
Some college29.8%
Bachelor's+32.4%
Housing tenure
61.5%
38.5%
Owner61.5%
Renter38.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Cullman, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$54,669 → $61,224
up 12.0%
Population
17,892 → 19,319
up 8.0%
Renter share
39.5% → 38.5%
-1.0 pts
Bachelor's+
33.2% → 32.4%
-0.8 pts
Median age
41.9 → 40.8
-1.1 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Cullman, AL now reports about $61,224, up from $54,669 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 17,892 to 19,319 between 2021 and 2024, a 8.0% change.

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Cullman rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Cullman, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Cullman is $1,563/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $700/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $920/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $700/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,190/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($61,224/yr), Cullman ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cullman an affordable city for renters?

Cullman is considered moderate for renters. At $1,563/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($61,224/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cullman slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Cullman?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,563/mo in Cullman. The local median household income is $61,224/yr, meaning the typical Cullman household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cullman?

Rent in Cullman has increased 3.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Cullman rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Cullman is middle-of-the-pack for Alabama for rent, ranking #34 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,563/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Cullman?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Cullman ($1,563/mo): Decatur ($1,082/mo), Center Point ($1,333/mo), Grayson Valley ($1,344/mo).

What percentage of Cullman residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.5% of Cullman households are renters, while 61.5% are owner-occupied. Cullman leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Cullman rent compare to the national average?

Cullman's median rent of $1,563/mo is $402 (20%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #34 out of 70 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $1,563/mo, rent takes ~31% of Cullman's median household income ($61,224/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cullman 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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