Cost of Living in Cottondale, AL

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11%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
32%
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 Cottondale Alabama National
Cost of living8989100
Groceries9896100
Health care9495100
Housing6874100
Transportation9795100
Utilities9797100
Lifestyle & Entertainment10394100
Household Items9696100
Education & Childcare9993100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Cottondale is equal to the Alabama average
  • The cost of living in Cottondale is 11% lower than the national average
  • Cottondale housing is 32% 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$87,379$7,282$2,039$2,622
      Renters$0$0$0$0

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      Alabama 4% 13.5%

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      Alabama 2% 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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