Pickens County, AL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Pickens, Alabama?
$1,920 / month
for a family, 64.4% less expensive than the national average
$1,867 / month
for a single person, 60.8% less expensive than the national average

Pickens cost of living score
79
Less expensive
21.0% lower
than the US average
6.1% lower
than the Alabama average
Pickens Alab County, Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 79, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.0% lower than the U.S. average and 6.1% higher than the average for Alabama.

Pickens County, AL

Housing costs in Pickens?
A typical home costs $119,800, which is 64.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 44.0% less expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Pickens costs $740 per month, which is 48.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 27.0% cheaper than the state average of $940.

Can I afford Pickens?
To live comfortably in Pickens Alab County, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $23,040 for a family, and $22,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Pickens?
Pickens County, Alabama has a cost of living that is 79, compared to the US average cost of living index of 100. This means that it is generally more affordable to live in Pickens than in other parts of the country. Furthermore, the median value of houses in Pickens County is $119,800, which is lower than the national average of $338,100. This makes Pickens a desirable place for people who are looking to buy a home without breaking their budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPickensAlabamaUnited States
  79.084.1100.0
  95.294.4100
  117.1118.9100.0
  34.556.6100.0
  $119,800$214,000$338,100
  102.7101.2100
  95.485.9100.0
  64.671.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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