Mountain Brook, AL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Mountain Brook, Alabama?
$13,020 / month
for a family, 141.1% more expensive than the national average A total of $156,240 for the year for a family.
$4,667 / month
for a single person, 2.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $56,000 for the year for a single person.

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

Mountain Brook, AL

Housing costs in Mountain Brook?
A typical home costs $815,600, which is 141.2% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 281.1% more expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mountain Brook costs $1,590 per month, which is 11.2% more than the national average of $1,430 and 40.9% more than the state average of $940.

Can I afford Mountain Brook?
To live comfortably in Mountain Brook, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $156,240 for a family, and $56,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mountain Brook?
The cost of living in Mountain Brook, AL is quite high compared to other areas in the state. The median household income is $120,384, which is much higher than the national average. Additionally, housing costs are higher than in most other places, with a median price of $557,000 for a single-family home. Groceries and utilities also tend to be more expensive than the national average. Despite this, Mountain Brook remains an attractive option for many people due to its excellent schools, low crime rate and close proximity to downtown Birmingham.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
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    Unlock84.1100.0
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    Unlock$214,000$338,100
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   100=National Average

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Over 18 years ago

Life's good in Mountain Brook! My father was in a hospital for surgery in Birmingham. I got lost and found myself wandering through gorgeous, wooded Montain Brook. Very  More

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