Cost of Living in Marengo County, AL

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

Median Income

$42,975

Median Rent

$702/mo

Median Home

$98,600

Affordability

634

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$499
Property Tax$33
Insurance$33

Total Monthly$565
% of Income15.8%

Renting

Median Rent$702
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$727
% of Income19.6%

Living in Marengo County, Alabama

Marengo County has a median household income of $42,975 with housing costs that represent 15.8% of income for owners and 19.6% 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.