2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Bessemer, AL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Bessemer, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +19% lower than the citywide median of $1,400 and +32% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 2-bedroom in Alabama
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Owens Cross Roads | $1,870 |
| 2 | Helena | $1,840 |
| 3 | Madison | $1,687 |
| 4 | Calera | $1,640 |
| 5 | Meridianville | $1,630 |
| 6 | Hoover | $1,610 |
| 7 | Pelham | $1,550 |
| 8 | Pike Road | $1,540 |
| 9 | Vestavia Hills | $1,530 |
| 10 | Trussville | $1,530 |
| 11 | Homewood | $1,530 |
| 12 | Spanish Fort | $1,500 |
| 13 | Chelsea | $1,490 |
| 14 | Fairhope | $1,460 |
| 15 | Alabaster | $1,420 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Most nearby cities have similar or higher 2-bedroom rents than Bessemer.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Bessemer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midfield, AL | 7 mi | $1,150 | +$20 (+2%) |
| Helena, AL | 7.9 mi | $1,840 | +$710 (+63%) |
| Hoover, AL | 8.7 mi | $1,610 | +$480 (+42%) |
| Mc Calla, AL | 10.7 mi | $1,160 | +$30 (+3%) |
| Hueytown, AL | 11.4 mi | $1,280 | +$150 (+13%) |
| Vestavia Hills, AL | 12.5 mi | $1,530 | +$400 (+35%) |
| Homewood, AL | 12.6 mi | $1,530 | +$400 (+35%) |
| Alabaster, AL | 15.2 mi | $1,420 | +$290 (+26%) |
| Pelham, AL | 15.4 mi | $1,550 | +$420 (+37%) |
| Forestdale, AL | 15.5 mi | $1,130 | — |
| Montevallo, AL | 15.9 mi | $1,130 | — |
| Birmingham, AL | 16.2 mi | $1,323 | +$193 (+17%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Bessemer — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Bessemer?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Bessemer, Alabama is $1,130 per month. This is +19% below the citywide median of $1,400.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Bessemer?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $45,200 ($3,767/month gross), which works out to roughly $21.73/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bessemer expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Bessemer's 2-bedroom median of $1,130 is +32% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 14th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bessemer rank for 2-bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 67 cities in Alabama with 2-bedroom data, Bessemer ranks #24 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Bessemer?
Most nearby cities have similar or higher 2-bedroom rents than Bessemer.