Gainesville, AL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Gainesville, Alabama?
$4,320 / month
for a family, 20.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $51,840 for the year for a family.
$1,967 / month
for a single person, 58.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $23,600 for the year for a single person.

Gainesville cost of living score
74.8
Less expensive
25.2% lower
than the US average
11.1% lower
than the Alabama average
Gainesville, Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.2% lower than the U.S. average and 11.1% higher than the average for Alabama.

Gainesville, AL

Housing costs in Gainesville?
A typical home costs $271,100, which is 19.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 26.7% more expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Gainesville costs $770 per month, which is 46.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 22.1% cheaper than the state average of $940.

Can I afford Gainesville?
To live comfortably in Gainesville, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $51,840 for a family, and $23,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Gainesville?
Gainesville, AL is a great place to live for individuals and families who are looking for an affordable cost of living. The median home price in Gainesville is $75,500, significantly lower than the national average of $229,700. In addition to housing costs, other living expenses such as food, transportation and utilities are also much lower compared to the national averages. Overall, Gainesville offers a wide variety of affordable restaurants and plenty of activities at low prices or even free of charge. All this makes Gainesville a great place to live for those looking for an economical lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesGainesvilleAlabamaUnited States
    Unlock84.1100.0
  92.8  Unlock100.0
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  24.4  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$214,000$338,100
  101.1  Unlock100.0
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  61.1  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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