Cost of Living in Alexandria, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.5
100 = national avg
+14.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,383
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$119,087
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing89.9
Food120.5
Transportation141.0
Healthcare116.4
Utilities110.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$757
per month
2 Bedroom
$962
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alexandria is 114.5, which is 14.5% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,383 per year to cover basic expenses.