Cost of Living in Cherokee, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.8
100 = national avg
-16.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,878
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,166
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing77.0
Food91.4
Transportation82.7
Healthcare93.1
Utilities90.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$775
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,000
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cherokee is 83.8, which is 16.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 77.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,878 per year to cover basic expenses.