Cost of Living in Lee County, AL

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

Median Income

$59,288

Median Rent

$953/mo

Median Home

$224,400

Affordability

379

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,135
Property Tax$92
Insurance$75

Total Monthly$1,302
% of Income26.4%

Renting

Median Rent$953
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$978
% of Income19.3%

Living in Lee County, Alabama

Lee County has a median household income of $59,288 with housing costs that represent 26.4% of income for owners and 19.3% 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.