Penton, AL Cost of Living


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United States / Alabama / No Metro Area / Chambers County / Penton / Zip Codes

Penton cost of living score
72.1
Less expensive
27.9% lower
than the US average
14.3% lower
than the Alabama average
Penton, Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 72.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 27.9% lower than the U.S. average and 14.3% higher than the average for Alabama.

Penton, AL

Housing costs in Penton?
A typical home costs $100,100, which is 70.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 53.2% less expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Penton costs $930 per month, which is 35.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $940.

Can I afford Penton?
To live comfortably in Penton, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $19,080 for a family, and $28,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Penton?
The cost of living in Penton, AL is reasonable compared to other areas in the state. Rent prices tend to be lower than most cities, with the average one-bedroom apartment costing around $600 per month. Grocery and general shopping costs are also quite reasonable, as is the overall cost of basic necessities such as gas and electricity. The low housing prices combined with a low unemployment rate make Penton a great place to live for those who are looking to save money or just want an affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPentonAlabamaUnited States
  72.184.1100.0
  91.394.4100
  117.4118.9100.0
  42.056.6100.0
  $100,100$214,000$338,100
  101.9%101.2%100.0%
  75.285.9100.0
  65.371.0100.0

   100=National Average

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