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

With a cost of living index of 84, Snead, AL is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 16% cheaper than the national average and 10% above the Alabama state average of 74. Snead is a small community of 1,490 residents.

The median household income in Snead is $46,075, which is 39% 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 Snead. 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 Gadsden, 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 Snead

BLS Average Prices for the Gadsden, 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

-8% vs US

Climate in Snead

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 Snead, AL