1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Daphne, AL
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Daphne, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +25% lower than the citywide median of $1,556 and +16% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Daphne
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 Daphne
Compare Daphne'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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Daphne.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Daphne |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish Fort, AL | 6.5 mi | $1,260 | +$90 (+8%) |
| Fairhope, AL | 9 mi | $1,220 | +$50 (+4%) |
| Foley, AL | 18.1 mi | $960 | $-210 (-18%) |
| Mobile, AL | 20.5 mi | $933 | $-237 (-20%) |
| Saraland, AL | 24.1 mi | $870 | $-300 (-26%) |
| Gulf Shores, AL | 24.7 mi | $1,070 | $-100 (-9%) |
| Pensacola, FL | 42 mi | $1,331 | +$161 (+14%) |
| Pace, FL | 45.2 mi | $1,310 | +$140 (+12%) |
| Pascagoula, MS | 46.8 mi | $870 | $-300 (-26%) |
| Moss Point, MS | 48.5 mi | $760 | $-410 (-35%) |
| Gautier, MS | 55.9 mi | $930 | $-240 (-21%) |
| Gulf Breeze, FL | 56.9 mi | $1,795 | +$625 (+53%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Daphne — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Daphne?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Daphne, Alabama is $1,170 per month. This is +25% below the citywide median of $1,556.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Daphne?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $46,800 ($3,900/month gross), which works out to roughly $22.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Daphne expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Daphne's 1-bedroom median of $1,170 is +16% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 34th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Daphne rank for 1-bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with 1-bedroom data, Daphne ranks #46 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Daphne?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Foley ($960), Mobile ($933), Saraland ($870).