Cost of Living in Orange Beach, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.0
100 = national avg
+42.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,470
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,656
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing170.0
Food118.1
Transportation136.1
Healthcare114.4
Utilities124.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,200
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,345
per month
The overall cost of living index in Orange Beach is 142.0, which is 42.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 170.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,470 per year to cover basic expenses.