Cost of Living in Jefferson County, AL

What does it cost to live in Jefferson County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$63,595

Median Rent

$1,086/mo

Median Home

$208,900

Affordability

430

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,056
Property Tax$106
Insurance$70

Total Monthly$1,232
% of Income23.2%

Renting

Median Rent$1,086
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,111
% of Income20.5%

Living in Jefferson County, Alabama

Jefferson County has a median household income of $63,595 with housing costs that represent 23.2% of income for owners and 20.5% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.