Cost of Living in Southside, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.5
100 = national avg
+9.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,176
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,871
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing109.3
Food106.3
Transportation115.3
Healthcare105.1
Utilities105.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$757
per month
2 Bedroom
$962
per month
The overall cost of living index in Southside is 109.5, which is 9.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 109.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,176 per year to cover basic expenses.