Cost of Living in Bayou La Batre, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
73.8
100 = national avg
-26.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,473
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$76,755
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing70.2
Food81.1
Transportation73.2
Healthcare84.9
Utilities82.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$919
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,083
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bayou La Batre is 73.8, which is 26.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 70.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,473 per year to cover basic expenses.