1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Bessemer, AL
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Bessemer, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +28% lower than the citywide median of $1,400 and +28% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Bessemer
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Bessemer
Compare Bessemer's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Alabama
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helena | $1,660 |
| 2 | Owens Cross Roads | $1,610 |
| 3 | Calera | $1,470 |
| 4 | Hoover | $1,455 |
| 5 | Madison | $1,450 |
| 6 | Pelham | $1,400 |
| 7 | Meridianville | $1,400 |
| 8 | Vestavia Hills | $1,380 |
| 9 | Trussville | $1,380 |
| 10 | Homewood | $1,380 |
| 11 | Chelsea | $1,350 |
| 12 | Pike Road | $1,300 |
| 13 | Alabaster | $1,280 |
| 14 | Spanish Fort | $1,260 |
| 15 | Moody | $1,250 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Bessemer.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Bessemer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midfield, AL | 7 mi | $1,040 | +$30 (+3%) |
| Helena, AL | 7.9 mi | $1,660 | +$650 (+64%) |
| Hoover, AL | 8.7 mi | $1,455 | +$445 (+44%) |
| Mc Calla, AL | 10.7 mi | $1,000 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Hueytown, AL | 11.4 mi | $1,160 | +$150 (+15%) |
| Vestavia Hills, AL | 12.5 mi | $1,380 | +$370 (+37%) |
| Homewood, AL | 12.6 mi | $1,380 | +$370 (+37%) |
| Alabaster, AL | 15.2 mi | $1,280 | +$270 (+27%) |
| Pelham, AL | 15.4 mi | $1,400 | +$390 (+39%) |
| Forestdale, AL | 15.5 mi | $1,000 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Montevallo, AL | 15.9 mi | $1,000 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Birmingham, AL | 16.2 mi | $1,186 | +$176 (+17%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Bessemer — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Bessemer?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Bessemer, Alabama is $1,010 per month. This is +28% below the citywide median of $1,400.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Bessemer?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $40,400 ($3,367/month gross), which works out to roughly $19.42/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bessemer expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Bessemer's 1-bedroom median of $1,010 is +28% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 22th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bessemer rank for 1-bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with 1-bedroom data, Bessemer ranks #31 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Bessemer?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Mc Calla ($1,000), Forestdale ($1,000), Montevallo ($1,000).