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Talladega-Sylacauga, AL

Cost of living in Talladega County, AL

Estimated monthly cost
$2,633/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 81,170 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $661 25%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $427 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $306 12%
Energy $237 9%
State tax $147 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Talladega County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$555
per month
1 bedroom
$661
per month
2 bedroom
$818
per month
3 bedroom
$1,138
per month
4 bedroom
$1,170
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Talladega County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,249
per year
Individual earnings
$36,186
per year
Per capita
$29,774
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Talladega County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$137,900
Annual property tax
$509

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Talladega 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 Talladega County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.4%

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 Talladega 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 Talladega County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.5 min
Drive alone
82.6%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
3.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Talladega County

What it costs to live in Talladega County each month.

Single person
$2,633
per month
  • Rent $661
  • Energy $237
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $427
  • State tax $147
Couple
$3,779
per month
  • Rent $818
  • Energy $284
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $590
  • State tax $231
Family
$6,229
per month
  • Rent $1,138
  • Energy $356
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $590
  • State tax $231

Frequently asked questions about Talladega County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Talladega County?

In Talladega County, AL, a one-bedroom apartment averages $661 per month, a two-bedroom averages $818 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,138 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Talladega County?

In Talladega County, AL, the average household income is $56,249 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,186 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Talladega County?

The estimated cost of living in Talladega County, AL is approximately $2,633 per month for a single person, $3,779 for a couple, $6,229 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Talladega County?

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

Is Talladega County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Talladega County, AL would need approximately $2,633 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,249 per year ($4,687 per month). Talladega County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Talladega County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Talladega County, AL is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Talladega County?

The average home value in Talladega County, AL is $137,900, with average annual property taxes of $509, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Talladega County compare to other areas?

You can compare Talladega County, AL with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Talladega County is in the Talladega-Sylacauga, 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