Forestdale, AL Cost of Living


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Forestdale cost of living score
87
Less expensive
13.0% lower
than the US average
3.4% higher
than the Alabama average
Forestdale, 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.

Forestdale, AL

Housing costs in Forestdale?
A typical home costs $166,900, which is 50.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 22.0% less expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Forestdale costs $910 per month, which is 36.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 3.3% cheaper than the state average of $940.

Can I afford Forestdale?
To live comfortably in Forestdale, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $32,040 for a family, and $32,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Forestdale?
The cost of living in Forestdale, AL is relatively low compared to other areas. The median home value is $107,400 and the median rent price is $721 which are both well below the national averages. Additionally, the overall cost of living in Forestdale is 7% lower than the national average, making it a great place for people on a budget. Grocery and utility costs remain low as well, so you can stretch your dollar further and get more bang for your buck while living in this small town.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesForestdaleAlabamaUnited States
  87.084.1100.0
  92.594.4100
  122.0118.9100.0
  48.756.6100.0
  $166,900$214,000$338,100
  100.9%101.2%100.0%
  96.585.9100.0
  82.771.0100.0

   100=National Average

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