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Adamsville

Pop. 4,266·56th most expensive in Alabama·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,255/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-5.3%
vs US Median
-$710
Falling (Monthly)
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Adamsville · $1,255
More affordable than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
24% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,255/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$50,000/yr
Local median income
$62,500/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Adamsville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$920
1 BR
$1,060
2 BR
$1,170
3 BR
$1,460
4 BR+
$1,650
Research median
$1,170/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$15,060/yr
At $1,255/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -5.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Adamsville, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,266
Median income
$62,500
Median age
41.1
Renters
23.3%
Age distribution
24%
19.9%
21.7%
17.7%
16.7%
Under 1824%
18–3419.9%
35–5421.7%
55–6417.7%
65+16.7%
Gender
54.5%
45.5%
Male54.5%
Female45.5%
Race & ethnicity
24.8%
61%
12.9%
White24.8%
Black61%
Asian1.3%
Other12.9%
Education (25+)
16.2%
33.8%
32.9%
17.1%
No HS diploma16.2%
HS diploma33.8%
Some college32.9%
Bachelor's+17.1%
Housing tenure
76.7%
23.3%
Owner76.7%
Renter23.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Adamsville, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$46,150 → $62,500
up 35.4%
Population
4,381 → 4,266
down 2.6%
Renter share
20.7% → 23.3%
+2.6 pts
Bachelor's+
13.7% → 17.1%
+3.4 pts
Median age
44.9 → 41.1
-3.8 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $46,150 in 2021 to $62,500 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 4,381 to 4,266 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.6% change. About 23.3% of households rent today, against 20.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 13.7% to 17.1%.

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At $1,255/mo, how Adamsville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Adamsville rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Adamsville. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Adamsville, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Adamsville is $1,255/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $920/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,170/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,060/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,460/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($62,500/yr), Adamsville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Adamsville an affordable city for renters?

Adamsville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,255/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($62,500/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Adamsville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Adamsville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $50,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,255/mo in Adamsville. The local median household income is $62,500/yr, meaning the typical Adamsville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Adamsville?

Rent in Adamsville has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Adamsville rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Adamsville is one of the more affordable cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #56 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,255/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Adamsville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Adamsville ($1,255/mo): Fairfield ($1,124/mo), Midfield ($1,145/mo), Hueytown ($1,205/mo).

What percentage of Adamsville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.3% of Adamsville households are renters, while 76.7% are owner-occupied. Adamsville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Adamsville rent compare to the national average?

Adamsville's median rent of $1,255/mo is $710 (36%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #56 out of 70 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,255/mo, rent takes ~24% of Adamsville's median household income ($62,500/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Adamsville 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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