Cost of Living in Daphne, AL
Population: 28,673 • 2026 Data
$86,479
Median Household Income
+12% vs national
$1,337
Median Monthly Rent
-1% vs national
$309,700
Median Home Value
-9% vs national
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Daphne
The median home value in Daphne, AL is $309,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,337, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,357.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Daphne, AL is $86,479. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0%, with a labor force of 14,116 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.