Gadsden Metro Area, AL Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Gadsden, Alabama?
$2,370 / month
for a family, 56.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $28,440 for the year for a family.
$2,200 / month
for a single person, 53.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,400 for the year for a single person.

Gadsden cost of living score
79
Less expensive
21.0% lower
than the US average
6.1% lower
than the Alabama average
Gadsden Alab Metro Area, Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 79, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.0% lower than the U.S. average and 6.1% higher than the average for Alabama.

Gadsden Metro Area, AL

Housing costs in Gadsden?
A typical home costs $148,900, which is 56.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 30.4% less expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Gadsden costs $770 per month, which is 46.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 22.1% cheaper than the state average of $940.

Can I afford Gadsden?
To live comfortably in Gadsden Alab Metro Area, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $28,440 for a family, and $26,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Gadsden?
The cost of living in Gadsden, AL Metro Area is 79 on the US average Cost of Living Index of 100. This means that the cost of goods and services in Gadsden is 21% lower than the national average. The median house value in Gadsden is also lower than the US average at $148,900 compared to $338,100. This makes Gadsden an attractive place to live for those who are looking for an affordable cost of living combined with a great quality of life.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesGadsdenAlabamaUnited States
    Unlock84.1100.0
  93.6  Unlock100.0
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  40.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$214,000$338,100
  103.2  Unlock100.0
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  69.0  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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