Cost of Living in Chelsea, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
150.5
100 = national avg
+50.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,224
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$156,529
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing154.4
Food134.1
Transportation168.2
Healthcare127.3
Utilities131.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,155
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,266
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chelsea is 150.5, which is 50.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 154.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,224 per year to cover basic expenses.