Cost of Living in Fairfield, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
84.2
100 = national avg
-15.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,041
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,552
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing88.4
Food87.1
Transportation74.1
Healthcare89.7
Utilities89.9
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 Fairfield is 84.2, which is 15.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 88.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,041 per year to cover basic expenses.