Cost of Living in Belle Fontaine, AL

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13%
Overall NAT. AVG.
3%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
33%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Belle Fontaine Alabama National
Cost of living8789100
Groceries9796100
Health care9395100
Housing6774100
Transportation9795100
Utilities10197100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9894100
Household Items9696100
Education & Childcare9293100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Belle Fontaine is 2% lower than the Alabama average
  • The cost of living in Belle Fontaine is 13% lower than the national average
  • Belle Fontaine housing is 33% lower than the national average
  • Alabama general sales tax is 22% lower than the national average
  • Alabama state income tax is 23% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$80,250$6,688$1,872$2,408
      Renters$0$0$0$0

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      Alabama 4% 13.5%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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