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Cost of Living in Fairford, AL

Population: 155 | Alabama

89
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Fairford is 11% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
72
Home Values
89
Regional Price

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

With a cost of living index of 89, Fairford, AL is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 11% cheaper than the national average and 15% above the Alabama state average of 74. Fairford is a small community of 155 residents.

The median household income in Fairford is $94,309, which is 25% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Fairford. The area sees an average annual temperature of 67.6°F, with summers averaging 81°F and winters around 53°F. Annual rainfall totals 67.1 inches spread over roughly 117 days. The mild climate is a draw for many residents and keeps utility costs moderate year-round.

Everyday prices in the Mobile, 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
$94,309
vs US Median ($75,149)
+25%

Housing

Median Home Value
$218,500
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$536/mo

Everyday Prices in Fairford

BLS Average Prices for the Mobile, 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
-11% vs US

Climate in Fairford

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

67.6°F
Avg Temperature
67.1"
Rainfall / Year
117d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 62 66 72 78 85 89 91 91 88 80 70 64
Avg °F 51 55 61 67 74 80 82 82 78 69 59 53
Low °F 41 44 50 56 64 71 73 73 69 58 48 43
Rain" 5.7 4.5 5.4 5.7 5.4 6.6 7.7 6.9 5.3 4.0 4.6 5.5

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