Cost of Living in Alexandria, TN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
87.2
100 = national avg
-12.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,358
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,664
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing73.1
Food87.1
Transportation131.6
Healthcare89.7
Utilities86.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$726
per month
2 Bedroom
$953
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alexandria is 87.2, which is 12.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 73.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,358 per year to cover basic expenses.