Cost of Living in Mobile, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
89.4
100 = national avg
-10.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,345
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,996
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing97.7
Food89.0
Transportation78.1
Healthcare91.2
Utilities93.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$919
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,083
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mobile is 89.4, which is 10.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 97.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,345 per year to cover basic expenses.