Sign In Register

Cherokee, AL

Alabama · Colbert County · Florence-Muscle Shoals Metro

Cherokee is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,059. Residents earn $54,107 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,059 Population 477/sq mi density
$54,107 Median Income $24,856 per capita
$107,200 Home Value $132,609 Zillow
$914 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
683 Violent Crime/100K 2,537 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$54,107 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,200 home value, $914/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
683 violent crimes/100K (80% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Cherokee, AL

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile
Median Income $54,107
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,200
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 683/100K
80% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $914
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

How Cherokee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,059
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density477/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,107
Per Capita$24,856
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$3,559M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,200
Rent$914
Ownership73.8%
Zillow$132,609
Housing Units411
Rent Burden31.5%

Crime

F
Violent683/100K
Property2,537/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault585/100K
Burglary1,171/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking20.0%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation522 ft (159 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score4.66

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Broadband78.4%
EV Stations6
Libraries5

Is Cherokee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cherokee receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cherokee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cherokee is $54,107, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cherokee is $107,200, 62% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $914 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 683 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,537 per 100,000, 29% above the national average.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cherokee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cherokee has a population of 1,059 with a density of 477 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (73.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 16.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 9.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,059
Total Population
477
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cherokee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cherokee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cherokee is $54,107, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,856 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,116, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,621 business establishments, including 115 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 2.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cherokee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,107
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,856
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$66,980
Gini Index0.449 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,621
County GDP$3,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare126
Retail229
Manufacturing87

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,751
50% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cherokee is $107,200, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,609, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $914 (21% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $682 for a one-bedroom to $844 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 411 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. The average annual property tax is $1,751 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 31.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,200
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$132,609
Median List Price$68,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$68,000
$/Sq Ft$68
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$914
21% below US avg
Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$627
1 Bedroom$682
2 Bedrooms$844
3 Bedrooms$1,012
4 Bedrooms$1,259

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.8%
Owner-Occupied73.8%
Renter-Occupied26.2%
Housing Units411
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,751
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Cherokee, 40.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.0% of residents, above the national average. 41.7% have high blood pressure. 20.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.2% report binge drinking. 31.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.6% experience frequent mental distress. 11.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,512. The dentist ratio is 1:2,001. 68.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Cherokee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure41.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.1%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.0%
43% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep43.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,512
Dentists1:2,001
Mental Health1:1,667
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits50.7%
Premature Death12,370/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities126
Cherokee has a violent crime rate of 683 per 100,000 residents, 80% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 585.4 per 100,000, robbery at 97.6, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,537 per 100,000, 29% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 976, burglary at 1,171, vehicle theft at 390 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 13 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Cherokee receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Cherokee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent682.9/100K
80% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery97.6/100K
Assault585.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,536.6/100K
29% above US avg
Burglary1,170.7/100K
Theft975.6/100K
Vehicle Theft390.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
Traffic Accidents45
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
View full crime details →
Cherokee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density477/sq mi
Coordinates34.7577°N, 87.9656°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyColbert County County
Nearest AirportNorthwest Alabama Regional (MSL)
20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.0"
53% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.26"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.35"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score80.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability69.8 / 100
Community Resilience68.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 13, 2022.

Jul 15, 1995 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama M3.3 145 km
Jun 23, 1990 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama M3.2 111 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama M3.2 111 km
May 10, 2008 1 km SSE of Sherman, Mississippi M3.1 92 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Belk, Alabama M3.1 115 km
May 4, 2007 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama M3.0 123 km
May 4, 1994 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 92 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 83 km
May 28, 2000 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama M3.0 118 km
May 28, 2000 13 km S of Winfield, Alabama M3.0 106 km
Jan 5, 2012 11 km NW of Oakman, Alabama M2.9 117 km
Jan 2, 2000 4 km SW of Lester, Alabama M2.9 75 km
Jan 2, 2000 4 km SW of Lester, Alabama M2.9 75 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km NNW of Berry, Alabama M2.9 123 km
May 13, 1999 7 km NW of Elkmont, Alabama M2.8 89 km
Sep 20, 1990 6 km N of Elkmont, Alabama M2.8 95 km
May 13, 1999 11 km S of Pulaski, Tennessee M2.8 93 km
Jun 7, 2005 21 km WNW of Rock Creek, Alabama M2.8 149 km
Oct 3, 1993 3 km SW of Oakman, Alabama M2.8 129 km
Mar 11, 2006 17 km E of Olivet, Tennessee M2.7 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

556 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 205 fatalities, 1,654 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 75 km 72
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 91 km 23
Apr 16, 1998 EF5 52 km 3
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 84 km 16
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 55 km 28
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 74 km 4
Feb 5, 2008 EF4 64 km 3
May 5, 1999 EF4 90 km 3
May 18, 1995 EF4 86 km 1
May 18, 1995 EF4 52 km 3
Apr 19, 1970 EF4 95 km 4
Apr 29, 1963 EF4 99 km 3
Apr 24, 1955 EF4 95 km 5
Mar 22, 1952 EF4 90 km 4
May 8, 2024 EF3 68 km 0
Mar 31, 2023 EF3 89 km 9
Nov 29, 2016 EF3 87 km 0
Dec 23, 2015 EF3 42 km 0
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 67 km 2
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 98 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (3,112 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 UNNAMED 3,112 75 km
2020 BK OWL CREEK 2,838 80 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,822 82 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,764 84 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,710 90 km
2011 GREEN TOWER 2,653 87 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,602 90 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,442 76 km
2015 BIG TREE 2,288 69 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,264 75 km
2010 BALLS MT. 2,229 70 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,160 90 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,143 70 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,114 89 km
2021 BK LEOLA/WARREN 2,007 76 km
2022 HOLLY SPRINGS BB10 11 12 14 1,977 98 km
2024 BNK MILL CREEK RX 1,959 85 km
2010 STINSON GAP 1,922 74 km
2013 UNNAMED 1,845 74 km
2018 UNNAMED 1,826 74 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 4.7 in
March 52°F (11°C) 6.3 in Wettest
April 60°F (15°C) 5.1 in
May 68°F (20°C) 5.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 4.4 in Warmest
August 78°F (25°C) 3.4 in Driest
September 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in
October 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in
November 51°F (10°C) 5.1 in
December 43°F (6°C) 5.9 in

Cherokee has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 40°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (3.4").

View full weather details →
Cherokee is located in Colbert County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 15.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72.8% of the vote, a 46.4-point margin. 78.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 126 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 88% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 26.4%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
Traffic Accidents45
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score4.66
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density477/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi
CountyColbert County County

Services

Broadband Access78.4%
Avg Download Speed46.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed12.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants115
Retail Stores229

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%
Average costs for common services in Cherokee. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit $311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit $1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$355)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$311)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install $6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair $888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement $7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested) $13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense $4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation $444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation $2,220 ($888–$4,440)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($67–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
View all 20 services

Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly) $355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$355)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$589
Toddler$583
Preschool$550
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$633
Toddler$606
Preschool$606
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Colbert County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 6,242 126 $70,072 3.10
Retail Trade 3,207 246 $40,079 1.31
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,994 251 $54,073 0.57
Accommodation & Food Services 1,927 121 $19,280 0.87
Construction 1,738 139 $65,943 1.35
Wholesale Trade 892 104 $64,433 0.92
Finance & Insurance 744 91 $66,097 0.75
Administrative & Waste Services 611 73 $54,129 0.42
Other Services 500 87 $47,238 0.68
Arts & Entertainment 189 22 $20,498 0.46
Mining & Oil/Gas 141 8 $89,882 1.52
Real Estate 140 58 $48,090 0.37
Information & Technology 116 25 $51,772 0.25
Educational Services 81 10 $24,193 0.16
Agriculture & Forestry 53 16 $42,068 0.27

Schools in Cherokee

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cherokee Elementary School Elementary 228 19 12.0:1
Cherokee High School High 221 20 11.1:1
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Cherokee

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
92 WOWL-FM community radio, non-commercial MP3 192 kbps

Campgrounds Near Cherokee

11 campgrounds found near Cherokee.

National Parks Near Cherokee

17 national parks and monuments found near Cherokee.

ParkTypeFee
Big Hill Pond State Park Free
Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site National Battlefield Site Free
Chickasaw State Park Free
David Crockett State Park Free
J.P. Coleman State Park State Park Free
Joe Wheeler State Park State Park Free
Mousetail Landing State Park Free
Natchez Trace State Park Free
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Pickwick Landing State Park Free
Pickwick Landing State Park State Park Free
Pinson Mounds State Park Free
Shiloh National Military Park National Military Park Free
Tishomingo State Park State Park Free
Tombigbee State Park State Park Free
Trace State Park State Park Free
Tupelo National Battlefield National Battlefield Free

Trails Near Cherokee

2 trails found near Cherokee.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
THOMPSON CREEK WILD HIKING 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RIPPEY WILD HIKING TRAIL 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Cherokee

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
TISHOMINGO COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6624233500$47,038
APRON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6624236000
EDITH NEWMAN CULVER MEMORIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2567676081
IUKA BATTLEFIELD COMMISSIONGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 4016624231231
IUKA HERITAGE COMMITTEEGENERAL MUSEUM
TISHOMINGO COUNTY ARCHIVESGENERAL MUSEUM6624233500

Libraries in Cherokee

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CHEROKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY118 CHURCH STREET0.06,310

Farmers Markets in Cherokee

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bear Creek Farmers MarketCC Shook ParkVisit
Tishomingo County Farmers Market1008 Battleground Dr.06/02/2014 to 10/31/2014Mon: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM;Tue: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM;Wed: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM;Fri: 7:00 AM-7:0

Restaurants in Cherokee

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Corral
J J's
Rattlesnake Saloon

Gas Stations in Cherokee

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exxon
Exxon

Pharmacies in Cherokee

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
PEOPLES DRUGS AND GIFTS HEALTH MART PHARMACY 8260 HIGHWAY 72 WEST 256-359-6242

Cell Towers in Cherokee

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
195 COUNTRY ROAD 241 (77079)GTOWER130
140 Highway 247 (86202)GTOWER104
1500 County Rd 45 (122350)LTOWER94
836 MULBERRY AVENUE (70382)GTOWER94
9790 HIGHWAY 157 (85353)LTOWER78
919 Hwy 72 (66734)LTOWER66
Iuka 307 North Wilmuth StreetTOWER61

Fire Stations in Cherokee

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Barton Volunteer Fire Department865 Water STVolunteer256-370-7584

Power Plants Near Cherokee

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
MUSCLE SHOALSSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-87.9V

Bridges in Cherokee

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200931312,780G
CulvertConcrete19682210,130F
CulvertConcrete19682910,130F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19652125,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20042125,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19712654,850F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19712654,850F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20006724,085G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20026724,085G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20053113,060G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19664641,790F
CulvertConcrete1964531,760G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1940201,300F
CulvertConcrete192921765G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1981250720F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1981155720G
SlabConcrete continuous1981107720G
SlabConcrete continuous1981140720G
SlabConcrete continuous198197720G
Channel BeamConcrete198724675F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198730675F
SlabConcrete continuous1967135670G
SlabConcrete continuous196786670G
SlabConcrete continuous196785670F
SlabConcrete continuous196792670F
SlabConcrete continuous1966115670F
SlabConcrete continuous196688670G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous19644,955670F
FrameConcrete196430670G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1964120670G
SlabConcrete continuous196492670F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1966323670F
SlabConcrete continuous1966105670F
CulvertConcrete199270605G
CulvertConcrete194725600F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2005200530G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193731504F
Channel BeamConcrete198334454F
CulvertConcrete192932430F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1986150405G
CulvertConcrete198961385G
Truss (Thru)Steel1948273360P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1985266360F
CulvertConcrete198331340G
CulvertConcrete199543300G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber193830250F
Truss (Thru)Steel194054246P
CulvertConcrete198924228G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193824220F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1937100205F
Channel BeamConcrete197524200F
CulvertConcrete200440190G
CulvertConcrete199126175F
CulvertConcrete198138175F
Tee BeamConcrete193540175F
Channel BeamConcrete2006136130G
CulvertConcrete200833100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196734287F
Channel BeamConcrete19733285F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19393060F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19372056F
Channel BeamConcrete19753255F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19402450F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19353550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19363050F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19686240F
Tee BeamConcrete19506440F
Tee BeamConcrete19373225P
CulvertConcrete19802220F

Airports Near Cherokee

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Northwest Alabama Regional AirportMSLMedium Airport
Big River AirparkSmall Airport
Bill Pugh FieldSmall Airport
Booneville-Baldwyn AirportSmall Airport
Courtland AirportSmall Airport
Dilworth AirportSmall Airport
Elam's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Elk Haven AirportSmall Airport
Evans AirportSmall Airport
Godspeed AirparkSmall Airport
Hassell FieldSmall Airport
Island Bend Farms AirportSmall Airport
Iuka AirportSmall Airport
KownSmall Airport
Lawrenceburg Lawrence County AirportSmall Airport
Maloney AirportSmall Airport
Marion County Rankin Fite AirportHABSmall Airport
Palmer Village-Napier Lake AirportSmall Airport
Posey FieldSmall Airport
Robert Sibley AirportSmall Airport
Roscoe Turner AirportCRXSmall Airport
Rye FieldSmall Airport
Savannah Hardin County AirportSmall Airport
Tishomingo County AirportSmall Airport
Wilson Creek AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Cherokee

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
MS DOT Scales EAST side1344 Hwy 72
MS DOT Scales WEST side1341 Hwy 72
Russellville Police Department

Grocery Stores in Cherokee

6 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Chevron Barton StationConvenience Store12960 Highway 72
Chiska FoodmartConvenience Store6220 Highway 72
DOLLAR GENERAL 1762Other8582 Highway 72
Dollar General 21828Other13334 Highway 247
Family Dollar 13487Other8491 Highway 72
Urmisha Inc.Convenience Store8205 Highway 72

Post Offices in Cherokee

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Dug Post Office
Kirk Post Office
Riverton Junction Post Office

Treatment Centers in Cherokee

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Region IV MH/MRBoth662-423-3332

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cherokee

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHEROKEE CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCHPO BOX 191
CHEROKEE CME CHURCH9915 HWY 72
CROSS VALLEY CAMP3595 CROSS LN
RUTLAND CHAPEL295 RUTLAND CHAPEL RD

Explore Near Cherokee

Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
View all →
UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
View all →

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Cherokee.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Cherokee

What is the population of Cherokee?

Cherokee has a population of 1,059 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 477 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.9% female and 51.1% male.

Is Cherokee expensive to live in?

Cherokee is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $54,107, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $107,200 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $914 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cherokee safe?

Public safety is a concern in Cherokee, with a violent crime rate of 683 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,537 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cherokee receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cherokee?

Cherokee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Cherokee?

The job market in Cherokee is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,116. There are 1,621 business establishments in the area, including 115 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 2.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cherokee?

The median home value in Cherokee is $107,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,609. For renters, the median monthly rent is $914. Fair market rent is $682 for a 1-bedroom and $844 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.8%. The average annual property tax is $1,751.

How are the schools in Cherokee?

Schools in Cherokee have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 15.8% of adults in Cherokee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cherokee?

The obesity rate in Cherokee is 40.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.0% of adults are smokers. 31.0% are physically inactive. 27.0% of residents report depression. 11.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 68.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,512.

What is transportation like in Cherokee?

The average commute in Cherokee is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cherokee?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cherokee is 73.9% White, 16.8% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 9.3% of the population are military veterans. 19.7% of residents have a disability. 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Compare Cherokee with another city: