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
Housing51.2
Food92.3
Transportation84.6
Healthcare93.8
Utilities85.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 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.