Cost of Living in Phenix City, AL
Population: 38,477 • 2026 Data
$49,715
Median Household Income
-36% vs national
$926
Median Monthly Rent
-31% vs national
$160,000
Median Home Value
-53% vs national
5.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Phenix City
The median home value in Phenix City, AL is $160,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $926, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $928.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Phenix City, AL is $49,715. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6%, with a labor force of 18,564 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.