Troy, AL Cost of Living


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Troy cost of living score
77.1
Less expensive
22.9% lower
than the US average
8.3% lower
than the Alabama average
Troy, Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 77.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.9% lower than the U.S. average and 8.3% higher than the average for Alabama.

Troy, AL

Housing costs in Troy?
A typical home costs $164,000, which is 51.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 23.4% less expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Troy costs $950 per month, which is 33.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $940.

Can I afford Troy?
To live comfortably in Troy, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $31,320 for a family, and $28,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Troy?
Troy, AL is an affordable place to live, with a median home price of just $90,000. The cost of living in Troy is about 12% lower than the national average, making it an attractive and affordable option for many people. Additionally, the city's median household income is around $34,000, which is slightly lower than the national average but still enough for most families to get by and enjoy a comfortable lifestyle. The low cost of living in Troy makes it an attractive option for those looking to move without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesTroyAlabamaUnited States
  77.184.1100.0
  93.994.4100
  117.1118.9100.0
  50.856.6100.0
  $164,000$214,000$338,100
  101.8%101.2%100.0%
  71.385.9100.0
  78.571.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I love it here. It’s quiet and you shouldn’t go by 13 year old reviews. Everything has improved for the better and I will continue to live here for many years to come.  More

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Biggest mistake of my life was moving to yorT (<—-not a typo) to take a high school teaching position there. Revolving door. I got my family out and to greener  More

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Over 12 years ago

Sadly I was born and raised in Troy Al, and I'm happy to report that I moved away 2 weeks after graduating high school. I still visit family there and growing up I knew  More

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