Cherokee County has a growing tourism base. The county's Weiss Lake and outdoor parks annually attracts visitors from around the United States. To learn more about the retail opportunities in Cherokee County, please call the Cherokee County IDA office at 256-927-1805.
Population
| 1990 Census | 2008 Estimate | 1990-2008 Percent Change |
| Alabama |
4,040,389 |
4,661,990 |
15.40% |
| Cherokee County |
19,543 |
24,545 |
25.60% |
Source: U.S. Census
City Populations
| 1990 | 2000 | 2008 |
| Cedar Bluff |
1,174 |
1,467 |
1,652 |
| Centre (County Seat) |
2,893 |
3,216 |
3,493 |
| Gaylesville |
149 |
140 |
142 |
| Leesburg |
218 |
799 |
821 |
| Sand Rock |
438 |
509 |
521 |
Source: U.S. Census
Household Income
| Total Households |
10,038 |
| Median Household Income |
37,549 |
| Mean Household Income |
43,386 |
| Per Capita Income |
19,274 |
Source: U.S. Census, 2005-2007 American Community Survey
Traffic Counts
Traffic count information is available from the Alabama Department of Transportation. This information can be found on their online GIS traffic map.
National Retailers
- Cato
- CVS Pharmacy
- Dollar General
- Dollar Tree
- Fred's
- Kmart
- Shoe Show
- Wal-Mart Super Center
National Hotel Chain
Retail Centers
- Cherokee Corners
- Cherokee Plaza
National Food Establishments
- Burger King
- Captain D's
- KFC/Taco Bell
- McDonald's
- Waffle House
- Wendy's
National Grocery Stores
- Ingles
- Piggly Wiggly
- Wal-Mart
