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What Is the Average Rent in Shelby County, Alabama?

$1,401/month 3.9%vs 2023 ($1,348)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Shelby County, Alabama is $1,401/month (±$38), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $326,100 (±$5,771), and the median household income is $97,961/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Shelby County, Alabama and Neighbouring Counties

Chilton: $871Jefferson: $1,193St. Clair: $1,084Shelby County: $1,401Coosa: $665Bibb: $733Talladega: $785$871$1,193$1,084$1,401$665$733$785

Housing Metrics for Shelby County, Alabama

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,401
Median Home Value$326,100
Median Household Income$97,961
Total Housing Units86,866
Renter-Occupied Units16,194
Renter-Occupied Share19%
Households Paying 50%+ Income3,420 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$1,200+0.0%
1 BR$1,270+0.0%
2 BR$1,344+0.0%
3 BR$1,598+0.0%
4 BR$1,845+0.0%
5+ BR$2,119+0.0%

How does Shelby County, Alabama compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Alabama.

Higher rent than 100% of counties in Alabama · 1st of 67

Cheapest: Lamar County($549)
Priciest: Shelby County($1,401)
#CountyValue
1Shelby County(you are here)$1,401
2Baldwin County$1,277
3Autauga County$1,263
… 61 more …
65Lamar County$549
66Choctaw County$543
67Greene County$432

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Shelby County, Alabama?

The median gross rent in Shelby County, Alabama is $1,401/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Shelby County, Alabama?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Shelby County, Alabama is $1,344/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$49. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Shelby County, Alabama?

The median home value in Shelby County, Alabama is $326,100 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Shelby County are rent-burdened?

In Shelby County, Alabama, 3,420 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in Shelby County, Alabama?

The median household income in Shelby County, Alabama is $97,961/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,401 has a margin of error of ±$38. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau. Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, public domain.