Where is Cullman Located? - Cullman is a city located in the Cullman County of Alabama, United States. Cullman lies between 30.8207 Degrees North latitudes and 88.0706 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Cullman Located?
Cullman is a city located in the Cullman County of Alabama, United States. Cullman lies between 30.8207 Degrees North latitudes and 88.0706 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Cullman city is 18213 people and the city has a total area of 21.84 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Cullman, Alabama Quick Facts
Field Value
City Cullman County Cullman County State Alabama State Capital Montgomery US Region Southeastern United States Latitude 34.1748°N Longitude 86.8436°W Elevation 898 ft (274 m) Land Area ~20.1 sq mi Water Area ~0.2 sq mi Total Area ~20.3 sq mi Population ~18,500 (2020 Census) Population Density ~920 per sq mi ZIP Codes 35055, 35056 Area Code 256 Time Zone (Standard) Central Standard Time (CST) UTC -6 Time Zone (DST) Central Daylight Time (CDT) UTC -5 Currency US Dollar (USD) FIPS Code 01-19096 Congressional District 4th District
Nearby Cities to Cullman, Alabama
Huntsville, Alabama — 50 mi North
Birmingham, Alabama — 55 mi South
Decatur, Alabama — 35 mi North
Athens, Alabama — 60 mi North
Jasper, Alabama — 45 mi Southwest
Albertville, Alabama — 40 mi East
Arab, Alabama — 25 mi East
Oneonta, Alabama — 30 mi Southeast
Guntersville, Alabama — 45 mi East
Florence, Alabama — 85 mi Northwest
Cullman, Alabama Climate and Weather Overview
Month Avg High (°F) Avg Low (°F) Avg Rainfall (in)
January 51 32 4.9 April 73 49 4.7 July 91 70 4.6 October 75 52 3.8 Annual 73 51 56.0
Climate Attribute Value
Climate Classification (Köppen) Humid Subtropical (Cfa) Annual Rainfall ~54–58 inches Annual Snowfall ~1–3 inches Annual Sunshine Days ~210 days Tornado Risk Moderate
Driving Distances from Cullman, Alabama
City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
Huntsville AL 50 55 min Birmingham AL 55 1 hr Decatur AL 35 40 min Athens AL 60 1 hr 10 min Jasper AL 45 55 min Albertville AL 40 50 min Arab AL 25 30 min Oneonta AL 30 35 min Guntersville AL 45 55 min Florence AL 85 1 hr 35 min
Transportation and Connectivity in Cullman, Alabama
Mode Details
Airport Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM), Huntsville International Airport (HSV) Port No direct port access (inland city) Major Highways I-65, US-31, US-278 Rail/Amtrak No direct Amtrak service (nearest in Birmingham) Local Transit Limited local and regional county transit services
I-65 — major north-south interstate connecting Cullman with Birmingham and Huntsville
US-31 — historic route running parallel to I-65 through central Alabama
US-278 — east-west corridor linking Cullman to northern Alabama towns
Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Cullman, Alabama
Landmark Name Type
Ave Maria Grotto Religious Landmark / Miniature Park Sportsman Lake Park Recreation Park Downtown Cullman Historic District Historic Downtown St. Bernard Abbey Religious Site Heritage Park Community Park Smith Lake Park (nearby) Lake Recreation Area Clarkson Covered Bridge (nearby) Historic Bridge Cullman County Museum Museum
Places to Visit in Cullman, Alabama
Landmark Name Type
Downtown Cullman Shopping & Dining Area Commercial District Cathedral Caverns State Park (nearby) State Park / Cave Smith Lake (Lewis Smith Lake) Lake Recreation Area Bankhead National Forest (regional) Forest / Outdoor Recreation Arab Historic Village (nearby) Heritage Site Jemison Park (Birmingham, regional) Urban Park Lake Guntersville State Park (regional) State Park North Alabama Railroad Museum (Huntsville) Museum
Colleges and Universities in Cullman, Alabama
Institution Name Type Level Notable For
Wallace State Community College (nearby Hanceville) Public Community College Technical & healthcare programs Athens State University (regional) Public University Upper-division & business programs University of Alabama in Huntsville (regional) Public University Engineering & research
Waterbodies in Cullman, Alabama
Lewis Smith Lake, Black Warrior River (regional), Locust Fork River, Mulberry Fork River, Crooked Creek
Golf Courses in Cullman, Alabama
Cullman Golf Course, Terri Pines Country Club, Goose Pond Colony Golf Course (regional), Cypress Lakes Golf & Country Club (nearby)
Cullman, Alabama - Key Historical Facts
Cullman was founded in the 1870s by German immigrant Colonel Johann Cullmann.
The city was originally planned as a German settlement community in northern Alabama.
Railroad expansion played a major role in early growth and trade development.
It developed as an agricultural and trade center in the region over time.
Many cultural influences from early German settlers remain part of local heritage.
Today Cullman is known for its historic sites, religious landmarks, and lake recreation tourism.
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