Cost of Living in Brent, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
55.6
100 = national avg
-44.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$24,450
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$57,791
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing56.0
Food68.4
Transportation36.8
Healthcare74.7
Utilities72.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,155
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,266
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brent is 55.6, which is 44.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 56.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $24,450 per year to cover basic expenses.