Pell City, AL Cost of Living


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Pell City cost of living score
92.6
Less expensive
7.4% lower
than the US average
10.1% higher
than the Alabama average
Pell City, Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 92.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 7.4% lower than the U.S. average and 10.1% lower than the average for Alabama.

Pell City, AL

Housing costs in Pell City?
A typical home costs $256,800, which is 24.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 20.0% more expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Pell City costs $980 per month, which is 31.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 4.1% more than the state average of $940.

Can I afford Pell City?
To live comfortably in Pell City, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $49,320 for a family, and $34,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Pell City?
The cost of living in Pell City, AL is quite affordable. The overall cost of living index in Pell City is about 12% lower than the national average. The housing costs are especially low with an average home costing around $89,000. Other expenses such as groceries and utilities are also quite reasonable making it an attractive place to live for those looking for a more affordable lifestyle. There is a small town feel to the area which many people enjoy and it provides a great quality of life for those willing to sacrifice some of the luxuries that come with living in more expensive areas.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPell CityAlabamaUnited States
  92.684.1100.0
  96.894.4100
  120.5118.9100.0
  73.556.6100.0
  $256,800$214,000$338,100
  104.2%101.2%100.0%
  91.485.9100.0
  74.071.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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PELL CITY IS GREAT PLACE TO LIVE THE ONLY ISSUE IS THE SORRY ASS COPS HERE. MY CHILD HAS BEEN SHOT AT THANK GOD HE WAS NOT HURT ALONG WITH HIS FRIEND. THE POLICE WAS  More

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Pell City is a great place to live the only issue I have with Pell City is the sorry ass police. I can not express the disappointment I have for our Police Dept.. My 17  More

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Over 16 years ago

If you are a religious person you will find much happiness in Pell City. There are many different faiths that live together in relatively good harmony.  More

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