Cost of Living in Dauphin Island, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
132.4
100 = national avg
+32.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,276
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$137,743
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing182.0
Food99.4
Transportation116.5
Healthcare99.5
Utilities116.0
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 Dauphin Island is 132.4, which is 32.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 182.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,276 per year to cover basic expenses.