Roanoke, AL Cost of Living


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United States / Alabama / No Metro Area / Randolph County / Roanoke / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Roanoke, Alabama?
$1,860 / month
for a family, 65.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $22,320 for the year for a family.
$2,167 / month
for a single person, 54.5% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,000 for the year for a single person.

Roanoke cost of living score
76.3
Less expensive
23.7% lower
than the US average
9.3% lower
than the Alabama average
Roanoke, Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.7% lower than the U.S. average and 9.3% higher than the average for Alabama.

Roanoke, AL

Housing costs in Roanoke?
A typical home costs $116,000, which is 65.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 45.8% less expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Roanoke costs $740 per month, which is 48.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 27.0% cheaper than the state average of $940.

Can I afford Roanoke?
To live comfortably in Roanoke, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $22,320 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Roanoke?
Roanoke, AL has a low cost of living compared to the national average. The overall cost index is about 84, meaning that it is 16% lower than the national average. Groceries, housing, and healthcare costs are all below the national median. A one bedroom apartment can be found for around $500 per month and utilities usually run between $100-$150. Groceries in Roanoke typically range from $200-$400 depending on how much food you're purchasing and preparing meals at home. Healthcare expenses tend to be cheaper due to the abundance of clinics and hospitals in the area, with most basic services costing less than $50 per visit.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesRoanokeAlabamaUnited States
    Unlock84.1100.0
  91.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock118.9100.0
  27.6  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$214,000$338,100
  101.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock85.9100.0
  63.0  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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