Cost of Living in Mountain Brook, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
250.9
100 = national avg
+150.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$110,378
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$260,894
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing276.6
Food196.1
Transportation292.2
Healthcare176.9
Utilities193.0
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 Mountain Brook is 250.9, which is 150.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 276.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $110,378 per year to cover basic expenses.