Cost of Living in Brookside, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
67.3
100 = national avg
-32.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,616
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$70,001
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing51.5
Food83.4
Transportation66.9
Healthcare86.8
Utilities80.4
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 Brookside is 67.3, which is 32.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 51.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,616 per year to cover basic expenses.