Pell City, AL Economy


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Pell City, AL is a charming city located in east-central Alabama. Home to just over 13,000 people, it is a great place to live for those who want a small town feel with big city amenities. The cost of living in Pell City is lower than the national average; the median rent for a two bedroom is $980 compared to $1,430 nationally. Grocery costs are also lower than the national index at 97 versus 100 in the US. Local companies include Cotton States Insurance, Storks Nest Restaurant, and Hardman Construction Group. All in all, Pell City offers an excellent quality of life at an affordable rate.

Pell City has an unemployment rate of 2.5%. The US average is 6.0%.

Pell City has seen the job market decrease by -3.7% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 33.5%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Pell City
- The Sales Tax Rate for Pell City is 7.6%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Pell City is 5.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Pell City
- The average income of a Pell City resident is $31,238 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Pell City resident is $58,036 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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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 17 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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