Cost of Living in Vestavia Hills, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
178.0
100 = national avg
+78.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,307
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$185,089
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing193.5
Food148.7
Transportation197.5
Healthcare139.0
Utilities147.9
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 Vestavia Hills is 178.0, which is 78.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 193.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,307 per year to cover basic expenses.