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Cost of living in Bullock County, AL

Estimated monthly cost
$2,521/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 10,157 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $688 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $316 13%
Groceries $306 12%
Energy $237 9%
State tax $119 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Bullock County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$578
per month
1 bedroom
$688
per month
2 bedroom
$772
per month
3 bedroom
$1,017
per month
4 bedroom
$1,155
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bullock County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$36,723
per year
Individual earnings
$29,380
per year
Per capita
$21,462
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bullock County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$79,400
Annual property tax
$309

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bullock County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$179
per month · 15.6¢/kWh
Natural gas
$58
per month
Annual total
$2,844
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Bullock County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.9%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Bullock County

State and local tax rates for Alabama.

State income tax
5.0%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
4.0%
Combined sales tax
9.2%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Bullock County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.1 min
Drive alone
87.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
0.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bullock County

What it costs to live in Bullock County each month.

Single person
$2,521
per month
  • Rent $688
  • Energy $237
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $316
  • State tax $119
Couple
$3,359
per month
  • Rent $772
  • Energy $284
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $297
  • State tax $150
Family
$5,734
per month
  • Rent $1,017
  • Energy $356
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $297
  • State tax $150

Frequently asked questions about Bullock County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bullock County?

In Bullock County, AL, a one-bedroom apartment averages $688 per month, a two-bedroom averages $772 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,017 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bullock County?

In Bullock County, AL, the average household income is $36,723 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $29,380 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bullock County?

The estimated cost of living in Bullock County, AL is approximately $2,521 per month for a single person, $3,359 for a couple, $5,734 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bullock County?

The combined sales tax rate in Bullock County, AL is 9.24%, which includes the Alabama state rate of 4.00% plus an average local rate of 5.24%.

Is Bullock County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bullock County, AL would need approximately $2,521 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $36,723 per year ($3,060 per month). Bullock County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Bullock County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bullock County, AL is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bullock County?

The average home value in Bullock County, AL is $79,400, with average annual property taxes of $309, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bullock County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP