Census ACS 2023 · 70 cities
Most Expensive Cities in Alabama
Housing costs are the single largest expense for most families. In Alabama, Mountain Brook city has the highest median home value at $891,300. Across the state's 70 major cities, home values reflect local demand, job markets, school quality, and proximity to amenities. Understanding housing costs city-by-city helps homebuyers and renters find the best value for their budget within Alabama.
Source: Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
| # | City | Home Value | Median Rent | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vestavia Hills city | $494,500 | $1,455 | $129,171 |
| 2 | Valley city | $130,500 | $1,024 | $55,422 |
| 3 | Tuscaloosa city | $236,600 | $1,005 | $48,536 |
| 4 | Trussville city | $351,500 | $1,450 | $120,794 |
| 5 | Troy city | $214,100 | $943.00 | $47,595 |
| 6 | Tillmans Corner Cdp | $155,000 | $856.00 | $52,249 |
| 7 | Talladega city | $116,600 | $765.00 | $46,820 |
| 8 | Sylacauga city | $156,800 | $717.00 | $46,384 |
| 9 | Spanish Fort city | $314,000 | $1,246 | $101,574 |
| 10 | Selma city | $102,500 | $723.00 | $32,184 |
| 11 | Scottsboro city | $175,700 | $792.00 | $52,949 |
| 12 | Saraland city | $210,500 | $1,071 | $60,577 |
| 13 | Saks Cdp | $113,400 | $898.00 | $50,529 |
| 14 | Russellville city | $117,300 | $716.00 | $52,529 |
| 15 | Rainbow City city | $203,600 | $998.00 | $59,659 |
| 16 | Prichard city | $79,900 | $876.00 | $35,331 |
| 17 | Prattville city | $208,500 | $1,250 | $79,396 |
| 18 | Pike Road town | $375,000 | $1,615 | $121,687 |
| 19 | Phenix City city | $160,000 | $926.00 | $49,715 |
| 20 | Pell City city | $238,100 | $1,103 | $73,043 |
| 21 | Pelham city | $278,900 | $1,573 | $91,904 |
| 22 | Ozark city | $138,600 | $773.00 | $46,951 |
| 23 | Oxford city | $164,700 | $882.00 | $70,065 |
| 24 | Opelika city | $213,700 | $947.00 | $58,763 |
| 25 | Northport city | $258,800 | $954.00 | $77,781 |
| 26 | Muscle Shoals city | $198,300 | $939.00 | $70,927 |
| 27 | Mountain Brook city | $891,300 | $1,444 | $191,128 |
| 28 | Moody city | $222,500 | $1,463 | $86,389 |
| 29 | Montgomery city | $148,500 | $1,059 | $55,687 |
| 30 | Mobile city | $170,300 | $1,029 | $51,090 |
| 31 | Millbrook city | $193,600 | $1,035 | $64,522 |
| 32 | Meridianville Cdp | $271,800 | $983.00 | $93,030 |
| 33 | McCalla Cdp | $252,800 | $1,838 | $83,782 |
| 34 | Madison city | $367,900 | $1,375 | $131,436 |
| 35 | Leeds city | $220,400 | $945.00 | $71,672 |
| 36 | Jasper city | $208,000 | $722.00 | $66,250 |
| 37 | Jacksonville city | $179,600 | $794.00 | $47,146 |
| 38 | Irondale city | $250,000 | $1,177 | $71,240 |
| 39 | Huntsville city | $263,100 | $1,078 | $70,778 |
| 40 | Hueytown city | $142,900 | $1,276 | $62,362 |
| 41 | Hoover city | $391,300 | $1,404 | $107,822 |
| 42 | Homewood city | $502,300 | $1,457 | $108,386 |
| 43 | Helena city | $292,700 | $1,420 | $109,590 |
| 44 | Hartselle city | $192,200 | $751.00 | $67,863 |
| 45 | Gulf Shores city | $367,000 | $1,363 | $73,873 |
| 46 | Gardendale city | $234,900 | $1,151 | $81,215 |
| 47 | Gadsden city | $101,900 | $787.00 | $38,699 |
| 48 | Fort Payne city | $158,100 | $670.00 | $48,623 |
| 49 | Foley city | $260,100 | $1,169 | $67,346 |
| 50 | Florence city | $174,100 | $784.00 | $50,396 |
| 51 | Fairhope city | $406,500 | $1,637 | $86,509 |
| 52 | Eufaula city | $137,400 | $660.00 | $45,550 |
| 53 | Enterprise city | $198,500 | $1,058 | $68,306 |
| 54 | Dothan city | $186,600 | $912.00 | $55,052 |
| 55 | Decatur city | $190,500 | $861.00 | $59,831 |
| 56 | Daphne city | $309,700 | $1,337 | $86,479 |
| 57 | Cullman city | $215,200 | $921.00 | $63,704 |
| 58 | Clay city | $198,400 | $1,373 | $86,163 |
| 59 | Chelsea city | $339,400 | $1,456 | $110,056 |
| 60 | Center Point city | $130,200 | $1,161 | $52,401 |
| 61 | Calera city | $214,200 | $1,505 | $82,441 |
| 62 | Boaz city | $158,200 | $645.00 | $49,962 |
| 63 | Birmingham city | $138,600 | $1,047 | $44,376 |
| 64 | Bessemer city | $129,800 | $922.00 | $37,844 |
| 65 | Auburn city | $342,400 | $1,034 | $56,123 |
| 66 | Athens city | $253,700 | $834.00 | $65,000 |
| 67 | Anniston city | $141,600 | $777.00 | $44,806 |
| 68 | Alexander City city | $135,900 | $690.00 | $42,367 |
| 69 | Albertville city | $158,900 | $815.00 | $57,103 |
| 70 | Alabaster city | $242,600 | $1,375 | $90,163 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mountain Brook city is the #1 ranked city in Alabama by median home value, with a value of $891,300 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
Alabama has 70 cities with 10,000+ population tracked in Census ACS 2023 data.
All data comes from the American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-Year estimates by the US Census Bureau.
Data from the American Community Survey 2023 5-Year estimates. Covers cities with populations of 10,000 or more in Alabama.