Cost of Living in Opelika, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.7
100 = national avg
-4.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,110
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,532
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing100.7
Food94.9
Transportation89.7
Healthcare95.9
Utilities97.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,077
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,181
per month
The overall cost of living index in Opelika is 95.7, which is 4.3% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 100.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,110 per year to cover basic expenses.