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Cost of living in Winston County, AL

Estimated monthly cost
$2,510/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 23,637 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $587 23%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $388 15%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $306 12%
Energy $237 9%
State tax $137 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Winston County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$578
per month
1 bedroom
$587
per month
2 bedroom
$772
per month
3 bedroom
$1,058
per month
4 bedroom
$1,123
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Winston County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$48,032
per year
Individual earnings
$33,787
per year
Per capita
$27,258
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Winston County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$110,500
Annual property tax
$363

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Winston 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 Winston County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.4%

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 Winston 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 Winston County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.5 min
Drive alone
74.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Winston County

What it costs to live in Winston County each month.

Single person
$2,510
per month
  • Rent $587
  • Energy $237
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $388
  • State tax $137
Couple
$3,572
per month
  • Rent $772
  • Energy $284
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $463
  • State tax $197
Family
$5,988
per month
  • Rent $1,058
  • Energy $356
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $463
  • State tax $197

Frequently asked questions about Winston County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Winston County?

In Winston County, AL, a one-bedroom apartment averages $587 per month, a two-bedroom averages $772 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,058 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Winston County?

In Winston County, AL, the average household income is $48,032 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,787 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Winston County?

The estimated cost of living in Winston County, AL is approximately $2,510 per month for a single person, $3,572 for a couple, $5,988 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Winston County?

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

Is Winston County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Winston County, AL would need approximately $2,510 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $48,032 per year ($4,003 per month). Winston County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Winston County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Winston County, AL is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Winston County?

The average home value in Winston County, AL is $110,500, with average annual property taxes of $363, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Winston 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
Methodology All data sources