8 cities
| City | Rank | 2025 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Change | Density | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gadsden | 1 | 32,795 | 33,880 | -0.66% | 876 | 37.44 | City |
| Boaz | 2 | 10,539 | 10,114 | 0.81% | 724 | 14.55 | City |
| Attalla | 3 | 5,807 | 5,834 | -0.09% | 830 | 7 | City |
| Lookout Mountain | 4 | 1,204 | 1,528 | -2.19% | 79 | 15.23 | CDP |
| Gallant | 5 | 1,175 | 877 | 1.82% | 82 | 14.38 | CDP |
| Altoona | 6 | 948 | 953 | -0.1% | 206 | 4.60 | Town |
| Walnut Grove | 7 | 780 | 774 | 0.13% | 155 | 5.03 | Town |
| Reece City | 8 | 601 | 615 | -0.5% | 169 | 3.56 | Town |
Gadsden is the largest city in Etowah County, with a population of 32,795.
Reece City is the smallest city in Etowah County.
There are 8 cities in Etowah County, Alabama.