Cost of Living in Garden City, AL

Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data

Cost of Living Overview

Overall Index

75.1

100 = national avg

-24.9 vs national average

Living Wage (1 Adult)

$33,026

per year

Living Wage (Family of 4)

$78,061

per year

Cost Index by Category

Housing
51.2
Food
92.3
Transportation
84.6
Healthcare
93.8
Utilities
85.6

100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.

Fair Market Rent

Source: HUD

1 Bedroom

$670

per month

2 Bedroom

$879

per month

The overall cost of living index in Garden City is 75.1, which is 24.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 51.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,026 per year to cover basic expenses.