Cost of Living in Gardendale, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.3
100 = national avg
+17.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,609
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,984
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing117.7
Food112.1
Transportation124.1
Healthcare109.7
Utilities110.8
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 Gardendale is 117.3, which is 17.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 117.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,609 per year to cover basic expenses.