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City of Cullman, Alabama

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About homes in Cullman

Census and NOAA figures for the city of Cullman in Cullman County, not the metro, with a source for each.

1976Median year built1U.S. 1980
60%Built before 1980110% built since 2010
1976Owner-occupied median year built1rentals 1977
69%Detached single-family115% in 5+ unit buildings
62%Owner-occupied170% statewide
$239kMedian home value1Alabama median $210k

The median home in the city of Cullman was built in 1976, older than the U.S. median of 1980 and older than the Alabama median of 1986. That is older than the Cullman County median of 1987.1 Somewhat more of Cullman's housing predates 1980 than the national share: 60% against 50%, with 10% built since 2010. The largest single share, 40%, dates from 1960-1979. That makes it a newer stock than Cullman County as a whole (41% built before 1980).1 Older housing stock means a contractor's first job is finding what is behind the finish - wiring, plumbing and roof decking - before a price is final. Owner-occupied and rented homes in Cullman are of similar age: median build years 1976 and 1977.1

Housing in Cullman is mostly detached single-family: 69% of units, with 15% in buildings of five or more units.1 A mostly detached stock means the full range of exterior work applies: roofs, garage doors, chimneys and backyard units. 62% of occupied homes in Cullman are owner-occupied, below the Alabama share of 70%.1 The median owner-occupied home in Cullman is valued at $238,900 (ACS), above the Alabama median of $209,900. Within Cullman County the median is $199,100, so Cullman sits above it.1 Home values above the state median tend to support fuller scopes; the written scope should still separate must-do from nice-to-have.

The Cullman 3 Ene station averages 70 nights a year at or below 32°F and 12 at or below 20°F.2,3 A real freeze season means masonry, roofing and exterior sealing are specified for freeze-thaw cycles. Summers bring about 39 days a year at or above 90°F.2,3 Annual precipitation is about 59 inches, with 19 days a year of an inch or more.2,3 Heavy rainfall makes flashing, drainage and ventilation details the difference between a sound assembly and a wet one.

Heating dominates the year: about 3,304 heating degree days against 1,471 cooling degree days (base 65°F).2,3 In a heating-led climate, insulation and air sealing carry most of the energy-code weight for any work that opens the envelope. Cullman sits in IECC climate zone 3A (Mixed-Humid).4 Building permits in Cullman are normally issued by the city building department.5,6

Share of Cullman housing units by year built
Before 19408.4%
1940-195911.2%
1960-197940.2%
1980-199923.9%
2000-20096.6%
2010 or later9.8%
Sources and notes (6)
  1. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS 2020-2024 5-year (released 2026-01))
  2. NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, nearest station (1991-2020 normals (published 2021))
  3. NOAA NCEI normals station inventory (1991-2020)
  4. Guide to Determining Climate Zones by County: Building America and IECC 2021 Updates (PNNL-33270) (September 2022 (IECC 2021 county map))
  5. U.S. Census Bureau population estimates (Vintage 2024)
  6. U.S. Census Bureau geographic code files (2020)
  7. Climate figures are for NOAA station Cullman 3 Ene, 2.8 miles from the place center; housing figures are ACS ACS 2020-2024 5-year with 90% margins of error in the source tables.

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How much does home remodeling cost in Cullman, AL?

Most home remodeling projects in Cullman, AL land between $14,750 and $77,900, depending on scope, access and material grade. That is an estimated range for planning, not a quote - call (844) 624-3161 and we will scope your job properly.

Do I need drawings before calling?

No. If you have them, good - if not, we start from what you want to change and work back to what the house allows.

How old are the homes in Cullman?

The median home in the city of Cullman was built in 1976, older than the U.S. median of 1980 and older than the Alabama median of 1986. That is older than the Cullman County median of 1987. Somewhat more of Cullman's housing predates 1980 than the national share: 60% against 50%, with 10% built since 2010. The largest single share, 40%, dates from 1960-1979. That makes it a newer stock than Cullman County as a whole (41% built before 1980). Those are Census figures for the whole housing stock, including apartments, not a statement about any one house.

What is the Cullman climate like for exterior work?

The Cullman 3 Ene station averages 70 nights a year at or below 32°F and 12 at or below 20°F. Summers bring about 39 days a year at or above 90°F. Annual precipitation is about 59 inches, with 19 days a year of an inch or more. NOAA 1991-2020 normals for the nearest station; a contractor still assesses the actual site.

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