Athens, AL Cost of Living


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Athens cost of living score
89.4
Less expensive
10.6% lower
than the US average
6.3% higher
than the Alabama average
Athens, Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 89.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.6% lower than the U.S. average and 6.3% lower than the average for Alabama.

Athens, AL

Housing costs in Athens?
A typical home costs $250,800, which is 25.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 17.2% more expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Athens costs $920 per month, which is 35.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.2% cheaper than the state average of $940.

Can I afford Athens?
To live comfortably in Athens, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $47,880 for a family, and $30,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Athens?
Athens, AL is a great place to live, with a median house value of $250,800 that is significantly lower than the US average of $338,100. Additionally, the cost of living in Athens is 86.2 compared to the national average of 100, making it a much more affordable option for those looking for a place to call home. This combination of low housing costs and low cost of living make Athens an attractive option for those looking to maximize their income without sacrificing quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAthensAlabamaUnited States
  89.484.1100.0
  94.794.4100
  124.0118.9100.0
  68.056.6100.0
  $250,800$214,000$338,100
  95.6%101.2%100.0%
  75.485.9100.0
  84.471.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 16 years ago

Nice place to  More

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Over 18 years ago

Can anyone comment on the humidity in or around Athens? Is the humidity only high in the summer? What about tornadoes in the  More

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Athens, Alabama is a good place to live. Although, there are few technical jobs there Huntsville is only a 30 minute drive away. Athens is a quiet town and an excellent  More

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