Cost of Living in Tuscaloosa, AL
Population: 107,699 • 2026 Data
$48,536
Median Household Income
-37% vs national
$1,005
Median Monthly Rent
-25% vs national
$236,600
Median Home Value
-30% vs national
7.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Tuscaloosa
The median home value in Tuscaloosa, AL is $236,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,005, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,038.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Tuscaloosa, AL is $48,536. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0%, with a labor force of 52,601 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.