Cost of Living in Tuscaloosa, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.6
100 = national avg
-8.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,291
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,234
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing108.3
Food87.1
Transportation74.2
Healthcare89.7
Utilities93.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$972
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,169
per month
The overall cost of living index in Tuscaloosa is 91.6, which is 8.4% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 108.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,291 per year to cover basic expenses.