How much does it cost to rent in Calera, AL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Calera, AL is $1,745. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Calera cheaper than other Alabama cities?

Calera is one of the pricier cities in Alabama, ranking #18 out of 70 cities tracked at $1,745/mo.

When was Calera rent data last updated?

Calera rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · AL

Calera

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Pop. 17,714·18th most expensive in Alabama·Calera rents are up 12.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,745/mo

Year-over-Year

+12.6%

Month-over-Month

+0.4%

vs US Median

-$220

Stable (Monthly)

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Calera · $1,745

More affordable than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

42/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% above what Calera's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,745/mo

Expected by trend

$1,674/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Calera's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,290

1 BR

$1,470

2 BR

$1,640

3 BR

$2,050

4 BR+

$2,310

Research median

$1,640/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

$20,940/yr

At $1,745/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 12.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+12.6% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Calera, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 37.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

17,714

Median income

$87,194

Median age

33.9

Renters

20.7%

Age distribution

25.3%

26.2%

31.1%

Under 1825.3%

18–3426.2%

35–5431.1%

55–649%

65+8.3%

Gender

49.6%

50.4%

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

Race & ethnicity

60.4%

30.7%

White60.4%

Black30.7%

Hispanic9.2%

Asian0.9%

Education (25+)

24%

32.2%

37.1%

No HS diploma6.6%

HS diploma24%

Some college32.2%

Bachelor's+37.1%

Housing tenure

79.3%

20.7%

Owner79.3%

Renter20.7%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Calera, AL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,436 → $1,745

up 21.5%

Income

$70,504 → $87,194

up 23.7%

Population

16,126 → 17,714

up 9.8%

Renter share

19.7% → 20.7%

+1.0 pts

Bachelor's+

36.1% → 37.1%

+1.0 pts

Median age

32.4 → 33.9

+1.5 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Calera, AL has shifted from $1,436 to $1,745, up 21.5% since 2022. Household income in the area moved from $70,504 to $87,194 across the same window, up 23.7% versus 2021. Census counts show Calera, AL adding about 1,588 residents over the five-year window, up 9.8% on net. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Calera, AL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Calera on your salary?

At $1,745/mo, how Calera rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $81,253/yr · Rent = 25.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $57,689/yr · Rent = 36.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $66,452/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $118,775/yr · Rent = 17.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $151,764/yr · Rent = 13.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,017/yr · Rent = 38.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $48,771/yr · Rent = 42.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $60,114/yr · Rent = 34.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Calera rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Calera

About renting in Calera, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Calera is $1,745/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,290/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,640/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,470/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,050/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($87,194/yr), Calera ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Calera an affordable city for renters?

Calera is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,745/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($87,194/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Calera falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Calera?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,745/mo in Calera. The local median household income is $87,194/yr, meaning the typical Calera household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Calera?

Rent in Calera has increased 12.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Calera rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Calera is one of the pricier cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #18 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,745/mo.

What percentage of Calera residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.7% of Calera households are renters, while 79.3% are owner-occupied. Calera leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.