Fairfield, AL Cost of Living


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Fairfield cost of living score
87
Less expensive
13.0% lower
than the US average
3.4% higher
than the Alabama average
Fairfield, Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 87, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 13.0% lower than the U.S. average and 3.4% lower than the average for Alabama.

Fairfield, AL

Housing costs in Fairfield?
A typical home costs $100,900, which is 70.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 52.9% less expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fairfield costs $880 per month, which is 38.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 6.8% cheaper than the state average of $940.

Can I afford Fairfield?
To live comfortably in Fairfield, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $19,440 for a family, and $30,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Fairfield?
The cost of living in Fairfield, AL is relatively affordable compared to other areas in the country. According to the most recent data from the US Census Bureau, Fairfield's median household income is just under $35,000 while its median home value is roughly $70,000. The cost of living index for the city is around 85 which indicates that living expenses are generally lower than the national average. Prices for housing, groceries, and utilities are all below average when compared to other cities and towns across the United States. As such, Fairfield can be a great place for those looking to live comfortably while keeping their budget in check.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesFairfieldAlabamaUnited States
  87.084.1100.0
  91.494.4100
  122.0118.9100.0
  28.056.6100.0
  $100,900$214,000$338,100
  101.8%101.2%100.0%
  88.985.9100.0
  83.171.0100.0

   100=National Average

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