Zip 35803 (Huntsville, AL) Cost of Living


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Huntsville cost of living score
94.2
Less expensive
5.8% lower
than the US average
12.0% higher
than the Alabama average
Huntsville (zip 35803), Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 94.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.8% lower than the U.S. average and 12.0% lower than the average for Alabama.

Zip 35803 (Huntsville, AL)

Housing costs in Huntsville?
A typical home costs $286,200, which is 15.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 33.7% more expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Huntsville costs $1,160 per month, which is 23.4% more than the national average of $940 and 11.2% more than the state average of $1,030.

Can I afford Huntsville?
To live comfortably in Huntsville (zip 35803), Alabama, a minimum annual income of $54,720 for a family, and $39,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Huntsville?
The cost of living in Huntsville, AL 35803 is relatively low compared to other cities in the US. According to Bestplaces.net, the cost of living index is 92.1, which is 8% lower than the national average of 100. Those looking to move to the area can expect to find affordable housing with median home values being around $159,000 and median rents being $884 per month. Groceries and healthcare also tend to be reasonably priced. The area's low cost of living combined with its excellent job opportunities make it an attractive destination for those looking for a new place to call home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHuntsvilleAlabamaUnited States
  94.284.1100.0
  97.194.4100
  123.8118.9100.0
  84.756.6100.0
  $286,200$214,000$338,100
  99.7%101.2%100.0%
  84.085.9100.0
  85.971.0100.0

   100=National Average

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