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Dothan, AL

Cost of living in Geneva County, AL

Part of the Dothan Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,651/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 26,726 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $722 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $392 15%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $306 12%
Energy $237 9%
State tax $139 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Geneva County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$718
per month
1 bedroom
$722
per month
2 bedroom
$896
per month
3 bedroom
$1,223
per month
4 bedroom
$1,384
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Geneva County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$50,951
per year
Individual earnings
$34,050
per year
Per capita
$26,880
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Geneva County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$120,200
Annual property tax
$382

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Geneva 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 Geneva County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.8%

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 Geneva 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 Geneva County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.6 min
Drive alone
87.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Geneva County

What it costs to live in Geneva County each month.

Single person
$2,651
per month
  • Rent $722
  • Energy $237
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $392
  • State tax $139
Couple
$3,751
per month
  • Rent $896
  • Energy $284
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $506
  • State tax $209
Family
$6,208
per month
  • Rent $1,223
  • Energy $356
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $506
  • State tax $209

Frequently asked questions about Geneva County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Geneva County?

In Geneva County, AL, a one-bedroom apartment averages $722 per month, a two-bedroom averages $896 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,223 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Geneva County?

In Geneva County, AL, the average household income is $50,951 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,050 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Geneva County?

The estimated cost of living in Geneva County, AL is approximately $2,651 per month for a single person, $3,751 for a couple, $6,208 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Geneva County?

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

Is Geneva County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Geneva County, AL would need approximately $2,651 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $50,951 per year ($4,246 per month). Geneva County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Geneva County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Geneva County, AL is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Geneva County?

The average home value in Geneva County, AL is $120,200, with average annual property taxes of $382, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Geneva County compare to other areas?

You can compare Geneva County, AL with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Geneva County is in the Dothan, AL metro area.

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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
Methodology All data sources