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Cost of Living in Alabama

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Jan 11, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Alabama is generally considered to be quite affordable. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in Alabama can cost anywhere from $600 to $1,000 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $800 to $1,200 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Alabama is usually around $15 to $20 per person.

What are typical rental prices for expats in Alabama?

"The price of renting a nice one bedroom apartment in Alabama can vary greatly, depending on the features and amenities desired. On average, you can expect to spend between $800 and $1400 per month. For a nice two bedroom apartment, the price can range from $900 to $1600 per month," said one expat.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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