Cost of Living in Gardendale, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
145.0
100 = national avg
+45.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,798
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$150,795
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing163.6
Food124.1
Transportation148.2
Healthcare119.3
Utilities127.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,269
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,595
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gardendale is 145.0, which is 45.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 163.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,798 per year to cover basic expenses.