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Cost of Living in Lowndesboro, AL

Population: 108 | Alabama

87
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Lowndesboro is 13% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
63
Home Values
90
Regional Price

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

With a cost of living index of 87, Lowndesboro, AL is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 13% cheaper than the national average and 13% above the Alabama state average of 74. Lowndesboro is a small community of 108 residents.

The median household income in Lowndesboro is $68,625, which is 9% 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 Lowndesboro. The area sees an average annual temperature of 66.4°F, with summers averaging 82°F and winters around 50°F. Annual rainfall totals 51.2 inches spread over roughly 107 days. The mild climate is a draw for many residents and keeps utility costs moderate year-round.

Everyday prices in the Montgomery, 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
$68,625
vs US Median ($75,149)
-9%

Housing

Median Home Value
$192,900
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$1,417/mo

Everyday Prices in Lowndesboro

BLS Average Prices for the Montgomery, 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 Lowndesboro

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

66.4°F
Avg Temperature
51.2"
Rainfall / Year
107d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 60 65 72 79 86 92 94 94 89 80 70 62
Avg °F 48 53 59 66 74 80 83 83 78 67 57 50
Low °F 37 40 47 53 61 69 72 71 66 55 43 39
Rain" 4.6 4.9 5.2 4.0 3.9 4.1 5.1 4.0 3.7 2.9 3.9 5.0

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