Cost of Living in Marion, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
64.5
100 = national avg
-35.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$28,378
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$67,074
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing54.0
Food79.2
Transportation58.4
Healthcare83.4
Utilities78.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$636
per month
2 Bedroom
$803
per month
The overall cost of living index in Marion is 64.5, which is 35.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 54.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $28,378 per year to cover basic expenses.