Cost of Living in Pell City, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.9
100 = national avg
+9.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,368
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,325
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing112.8
Food105.8
Transportation111.7
Healthcare104.7
Utilities106.1
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 Pell City is 109.9, which is 9.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 112.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,368 per year to cover basic expenses.