Cost of Living in Gulfcrest, AL
Population: 105 | Alabama
Gulfcrest is 4% less expensive than the national average.
Cost of Living in Gulfcrest, AL: What You Need to Know
With a cost of living index of 96, Gulfcrest, AL is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 4% cheaper than the national average and 22% above the Alabama state average of 74. Gulfcrest is a small community of 105 residents.
The median household income in Gulfcrest is $63,875, which is 15% lower than the national median of $75,149.
Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Gulfcrest. 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
- $63,875
- vs US Median ($75,149)
- -15%
Housing
Everyday Prices in Gulfcrest
BLS Average Prices for the Mobile, AL (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area
Climate in Gulfcrest
NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)
| 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 |