West Jefferson, AL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in West Jefferson, Alabama?
$2,250 / month
for a family, 58.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $27,000 for the year for a family.
$2,367 / month
for a single person, 50.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $28,400 for the year for a single person.

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

West Jefferson, AL

Housing costs in West Jefferson?
A typical home costs $140,300, which is 58.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 34.4% less expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in West Jefferson costs $920 per month, which is 35.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.2% cheaper than the state average of $940.

Can I afford West Jefferson?
To live comfortably in West Jefferson, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $27,000 for a family, and $28,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about West Jefferson?
West Jefferson, AL is an affordable place to live with a cost of living index that is 16% lower than the U.S. average. The cost of housing in the area is 54% lower than the national average, and utilities are 11% lower than the average. This makes West Jefferson a great option for people looking for an affordable place to call home, as well as retirees wanting to have more money in their wallets. Additionally, there are no state income taxes in Alabama, which can save even more money each year.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWest JeffersonAlabamaUnited States
    Unlock84.1100.0
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    Unlock$214,000$338,100
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   100=National Average

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