Cost of Living in Sheffield, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
75.8
100 = national avg
-24.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,341
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$78,805
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing77.4
Food82.2
Transportation64.4
Healthcare85.7
Utilities84.8
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 Sheffield is 75.8, which is 24.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 77.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,341 per year to cover basic expenses.