Enterprise, AL vs Gardendale, AL

Enterprise is moderately more affordable than Gardendale, with a 7.5% lower cost of living index. Enterprise scores 80 compared to 86 for Gardendale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Gardendale can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Enterprise is $1,058/month compared to $1,151/month in Gardendale — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Enterprise is more affordable at $198,500 median vs $234,900.

Median household income in Enterprise is $68,306 compared to $81,215 in Gardendale (-15.9%). While Gardendale is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Enterprise spend roughly 18.6% of their income on rent, more than the 17% in Gardendale.

Climate-wise, Enterprise is notably warmer with an average of 67.8°F compared to 63.9°F in Gardendale. Gardendale receives more rainfall at 56.6" per year compared to 53.9" in Enterprise.