Cottonwood, AL is a small town situated in Houston County. With an overall population of 1,155 people, the population density of Cottonwood is 215.67 people per square mile, significantly higher than the US population density of 93.29 people per square mile.
The town contains several businesses such as Southern Style Coffee and More and Andonie’s Nursery & Garden Center that serve both local residents and visitors alike. Additionally, Cottonwood's location offers year-round outdoor activities like fishing, hiking and camping at nearby state parks like Eufala National Forest.
The city hosts several demographic organizations such as the Houston County Family Connection which works to provide resources for families with young children in the area. Furthermore, local sporting events such as the Houston County High School Football team provides entertainment to locals throughout the year.
The population in Cottonwood is 1,155. There are 200 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Cottonwood is 44.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Cottonwood is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Cottonwood
- 39.7% are married
- 15.7% are divorced
- 22.8% are married with children
- 18.2% have children, but are single
Race in Cottonwood
- 68.1% are White
- 28.4% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.7% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander