Houston County, AL Cost of Living


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Houston cost of living score
80.4
Less expensive
19.6% lower
than the US average
4.4% lower
than the Alabama average
Houston Alab County, Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 80.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 19.6% lower than the U.S. average and 4.4% higher than the average for Alabama.

Houston County, AL

Housing costs in Houston?
A typical home costs $166,100, which is 50.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 22.4% less expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Houston costs $760 per month, which is 46.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 23.7% cheaper than the state average of $940.

Can I afford Houston?
To live comfortably in Houston Alab County, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $31,680 for a family, and $24,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Houston?
Houston, AL County has a cost of living that is 80.4, which is significantly lower than the US average of 100. This is desirable for those looking to relocate or buy a house in Houston. The median value for a house in Houston is $166,100 which is notably lower than the US average of $338,100. This makes Houston an attractive option for those looking for an affordable home and cost of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHoustonAlabamaUnited States
  80.484.1100.0
  94.794.4100
  118.9118.9100.0
  48.556.6100.0
  $166,100$214,000$338,100
  99.9%101.2%100.0%
  82.585.9100.0
  79.171.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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jane · 
Over 5 years ago

Don't live here, stuck in the  More

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