How much does it cost to rent in Center Point, AL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Center Point, AL is $1,333. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Center Point cheaper than other Alabama cities?

Center Point is among the more affordable cities in Alabama, ranking #51 out of 70 cities at $1,333/mo.

When was Center Point rent data last updated?

Center Point 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

Center Point

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Pop. 15,914·51st most expensive in Alabama·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,333/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.7%

Month-over-Month

+0.8%

vs US Median

-$632

Rising (Monthly)

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Center Point · $1,333

More affordable than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

53/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Center Point's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,333/mo

Expected by trend

$1,354/mo

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

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

$15,996/yr

At $1,333/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (1.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.7% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Center Point, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 17% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

15,914

Median income

$56,417

Median age

37.1

Renters

38.9%

Age distribution

26.4%

21.1%

29.2%

Under 1826.4%

18–3421.1%

35–5429.2%

55–6411.5%

65+11.8%

Gender

49.2%

50.8%

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

Race & ethnicity

18.6%

71.2%

White18.6%

Black71.2%

Hispanic6.8%

Other3.3%

Education (25+)

37.6%

36%

17%

No HS diploma9.4%

HS diploma37.6%

Some college36%

Bachelor's+17%

Housing tenure

61.1%

38.9%

Owner61.1%

Renter38.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Center Point, AL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$998 → $1,333

up 33.6%

Income

$44,676 → $56,417

up 26.3%

Population

16,422 → 15,914

down 3.1%

Renter share

43.6% → 38.9%

-4.7 pts

Bachelor's+

17.5% → 17%

-0.5 pts

Median age

33.5 → 37.1

+3.6 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Center Point, AL paid around $998 a month. That figure now sits near $1,333, up 33.6% from the 2021 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $56,417 today, compared with $44,676 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Center Point, AL losing about 508 residents over the five-year window, down 3.1% on net. The renter share has eased from 43.6% to 38.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Center Point on your salary?

At $1,333/mo, how Center Point rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $81,253/yr · Rent = 19.7% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $57,689/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $66,452/yr · Rent = 24.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $118,775/yr · Rent = 13.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $151,764/yr · Rent = 10.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,017/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $48,771/yr · Rent = 32.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $60,114/yr · Rent = 26.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Center Point rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Center Point, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Center Point is $1,333/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 28% of local median household income ($56,417/yr), Center Point ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Center Point an affordable city for renters?

Center Point is considered affordable for renters. At $1,333/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($56,417/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Center Point falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Center Point?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $53,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,333/mo in Center Point. The local median household income is $56,417/yr, meaning the typical Center Point household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Center Point?

Rent in Center Point has increased 1.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Center Point rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Center Point is one of the more affordable cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #51 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,333/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Center Point?

Tarrant is nearby and more affordable at $1,074/mo, which is $259 less than Center Point.

What percentage of Center Point residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.9% of Center Point households are renters, while 61.1% are owner-occupied. Center Point leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Center Point rent compare to the national average?

Center Point's median rent of $1,333/mo is $632 (32%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #51 out of 70 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

28%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,333/mo, rent takes ~28% of Center Point's median household income ($56,417/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Center Point 28%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5%

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