Cost of Living in Hokes Bluff, AL

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6%
Overall NAT. AVG.
5%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
7%
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 Hokes Bluff Alabama National
Cost of living9489100
Groceries9596100
Health care9595100
Housing9374100
Transportation9295100
Utilities9797100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9494100
Household Items9996100
Education & Childcare9293100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Hokes Bluff is 6% higher than the Alabama average
  • The cost of living in Hokes Bluff is 6% lower than the national average
  • Hokes Bluff housing is 7% 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$83,651$6,971$1,952$2,510
      Renters$0$0$0$0
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Hokes Bluff, AL, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Hokes Bluff homeowners, is $83,651. This would allow for a maximum of $1,952 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $0 which would result in a maximum of $0 to be spent on rental costs.

      Alabama Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Alabama 4% 13.5%

      Alabama Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      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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