Hazel Green, AL vs Valley, AL

Valley is moderately more affordable than Hazel Green, with a 9.7% lower cost of living index. Hazel Green scores 79 compared to 72 for Valley, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hazel Green can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hazel Green is $1,051/month compared to $1,024/month in Valley — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Valley is more affordable at $130,500 median vs $179,500.

Median household income in Hazel Green is $90,654 compared to $55,422 in Valley (+63.6%). While Hazel Green is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hazel Green spend roughly 13.9% of their income on rent, less than the 22.2% in Valley.

Climate-wise, Valley is notably warmer with an average of 66.6°F compared to 62.9°F in Hazel Green. Hazel Green receives more rainfall at 54.3" per year compared to 48.8" in Valley.