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

With a cost of living index of 90, Smoke Rise, AL is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 10% cheaper than the national average and 16% above the Alabama state average of 74. Smoke Rise is a small community of 1,469 residents.

The median household income in Smoke Rise is $120,100, which is 60% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Smoke Rise. The area sees an average annual temperature of 59.9°F, with summers averaging 77°F and winters around 43°F. Annual rainfall totals 58.7 inches spread over roughly 116 days.

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.

Everyday Prices in Smoke Rise

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 Smoke Rise

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

59.9°F

Avg Temperature

58.7"

Rainfall / Year

116d

Rainy Days / Year

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	51	55	63	72	79	86	88	88	83	74	62	54
Avg °F	41	44	52	59	67	75	78	77	71	61	50	44
Low °F	31	34	40	47	55	64	68	67	60	48	38	34
Rain"	5.5	5.9	5.5	5.3	4.6	4.4	4.8	4.8	4.0	3.8	4.3	5.7

Cost of Living in Smoke Rise, AL