Studio Apartment Rent in Decatur, AL
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Decatur, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +30% lower than the citywide median of $1,082 and +42% below the national studio median of $1,295.
Income needed for a studio in Decatur
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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Decatur
Compare Decatur's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Alabama
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jasper | $590 |
| 2 | Gadsden | $620 |
| 3 | Daleville | $670 |
| 4 | Enterprise | $670 |
| 5 | Florence | $670 |
| 6 | Ozark | $670 |
| 7 | Jacksonville | $680 |
| 8 | Cullman | $700 |
| 9 | Troy | $750 |
| 10 | Decatur (this page) | $755 |
| 11 | Oxford | $760 |
| 12 | Opelika | $765 |
| 13 | Saraland | $780 |
| 14 | Dothan | $783 |
| 15 | Muscle Shoals | $790 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in Alabama
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helena | $1,450 |
| 2 | Owens Cross Roads | $1,390 |
| 3 | Calera | $1,290 |
| 4 | Hoover | $1,270 |
| 5 | Madison | $1,253 |
| 6 | Pike Road | $1,240 |
| 7 | Pelham | $1,220 |
| 8 | Vestavia Hills | $1,210 |
| 9 | Trussville | $1,210 |
| 10 | Homewood | $1,210 |
| 11 | Meridianville | $1,180 |
| 12 | Spanish Fort | $1,170 |
| 13 | Chelsea | $1,170 |
| 14 | Fairhope | $1,140 |
| 15 | Alabaster | $1,120 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Decatur.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Decatur |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens, AL | 15.6 mi | $890 | +$135 (+18%) |
| Madison, AL | 18.1 mi | $1,253 | +$498 (+66%) |
| Harvest, AL | 23.6 mi | $1,040 | +$285 (+38%) |
| Huntsville, AL | 28.4 mi | $936 | +$181 (+24%) |
| Toney, AL | 29.5 mi | $900 | +$145 (+19%) |
| Cullman, AL | 33.2 mi | $700 | $-55 (-7%) |
| Owens Cross Roads, AL | 36.7 mi | $1,390 | +$635 (+84%) |
| Meridianville, AL | 36.9 mi | $1,180 | +$425 (+56%) |
| Hazel Green, AL | 38.4 mi | $910 | +$155 (+21%) |
| Muscle Shoals, AL | 41.7 mi | $790 | +$35 (+5%) |
| New Market, AL | 46.7 mi | $920 | +$165 (+22%) |
| Florence, AL | 49.4 mi | $670 | $-85 (-11%) |
Studio rent in Decatur — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Decatur?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Decatur, Alabama is $755 per month. This is +30% below the citywide median of $1,082.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Decatur?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $30,200 ($2,517/month gross), which works out to roughly $14.52/hour at a full-time job.
Is Decatur expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Decatur's studio median of $755 is +42% below the national studio median of $1,295. It ranks in the 6th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Decatur rank for studio rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with studio data, Decatur ranks #10 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Decatur?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Cullman ($700), Florence ($670).