Housing · Census ACS 2023
Housing Costs in Alabama
Median home price
$216,600
#44 of 51 · 38% below US median
Median rent
$982/mo
#44 of 51 · 24% below US median
Alabama Housing — FAQ
- What is the median home price in Alabama?
- The median home value in Alabama is $216,600 — 38% below the US median of $351,822 (Census ACS 2023). Alabama ranks #44 of 51 for home prices.
- What is the average rent in Alabama?
- The median gross rent in Alabama is $982 per month — 24% below the US median of $1,300.
- Is Alabama expensive to live in?
- For housing, Alabama ranks #44 of 51 by home price and #44 by rent (1 = most expensive). Use our cost-of-living tools to compare total living costs.
Data source: U.S. Census Bureau — American Community Survey (ACS) 1-Year Estimates. See all states ranked or our methodology.