Cost of Living in Pelham, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
137.4
100 = national avg
+37.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,440
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$142,859
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing152.3
Food120.2
Transportation140.5
Healthcare116.2
Utilities122.6
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 Pelham is 137.4, which is 37.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 152.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,440 per year to cover basic expenses.