Zip 35802 (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 35802), 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 35802 (Huntsville, AL)

Housing costs in Huntsville?
A typical home costs $327,000, which is 3.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 52.8% more expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Huntsville costs $1,110 per month, which is 18.1% more than the national average of $940 and 7.2% more than the state average of $1,030.

Can I afford Huntsville?
To live comfortably in Huntsville (zip 35802), Alabama, a minimum annual income of $62,640 for a family, and $37,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Huntsville?
Huntsville, AL is an affordable place to live, with a cost of living index of 91.8 compared to 100 for the national average. Housing costs are especially attractive in Huntsville with median home values around $148,000 and average rent for a two-bedroom apartment coming in at around $850 per month. Utilities are also relatively inexpensive, and groceries tend to be slightly less expensive than the national average. All in all, Huntsville is an excellent choice for anyone looking for an affordable place to live without sacrificing quality or amenities.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHuntsvilleAlabamaUnited States
  94.284.1100.0
  9994.4100
  123.8118.9100.0
  98.556.6100.0
  $327,000$214,000$338,100
  96.6%101.2%100.0%
  79.285.9100.0
  85.971.0100.0

   100=National Average

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