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Cost of Living in County Line, AL

Population: 302 | Alabama

79
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

County Line is 21% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
29
Home Values
92
Regional Price

Cost of Living in County Line, AL: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 79, County Line, AL is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 21% cheaper than the national average and 5% above the Alabama state average of 74. County Line is a small community of 302 residents.

The median household income in County Line is $70,625, which is 6% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to County Line. The area sees an average annual temperature of 63.9°F, with summers averaging 80°F and winters around 47°F. Annual rainfall totals 56.6 inches spread over roughly 118 days. The mild climate is a draw for many residents and keeps utility costs moderate year-round.

Everyday prices in the Birmingham, AL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.

Income

Median Household Income
$70,625
vs US Median ($75,149)
-6%

Housing

Median Home Value
$88,900
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$784/mo

Everyday Prices in County Line

BLS Average Prices for the Birmingham, AL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$2.90
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-5% vs US
🥚
$2.37
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-5% vs US
🥛
$3.81
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-5% vs US
🍞
$1.75
Bread (white)
per lb
-5% vs US
🍗
$3.92
Chicken breast
per lb
-5% vs US
$0.17
Electricity
per kWh
-10% vs US

Climate in County Line

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

63.9°F
Avg Temperature
56.6"
Rainfall / Year
118d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 55 59 67 75 82 88 91 91 86 76 65 57
Avg °F 45 49 56 64 72 78 82 81 76 65 54 47
Low °F 35 38 45 52 61 69 72 71 65 54 43 38
Rain" 5.0 5.0 5.7 5.1 4.9 4.8 5.4 4.4 4.0 3.3 4.2 4.9

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