Studio Apartment Rent in Fairfield, AL
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Fairfield, Alabama as of August 2026. That's +19% lower than the citywide median of $1,130 and +29% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Fairfield
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 Fairfield
Compare Fairfield's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Alabama
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 | Orange Beach | $1,120 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Fairfield.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Fairfield |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midfield, AL | 1.4 mi | $910 | — |
| Homewood, AL | 7.5 mi | $1,210 | +$300 (+33%) |
| Bessemer, AL | 8.3 mi | $890 | $-20 (-2%) |
| Hoover, AL | 9 mi | $1,270 | +$360 (+40%) |
| Vestavia Hills, AL | 9.8 mi | $1,210 | +$300 (+33%) |
| Birmingham, AL | 10 mi | $1,042 | +$132 (+15%) |
| Adamsville, AL | 10 mi | $920 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Fultondale, AL | 11 mi | $1,030 | +$120 (+13%) |
| Hueytown, AL | 11.6 mi | $1,010 | +$100 (+11%) |
| Tarrant, AL | 14.3 mi | $890 | $-20 (-2%) |
| Helena, AL | 14.9 mi | $1,450 | +$540 (+59%) |
| Pelham, AL | 16.3 mi | $1,220 | +$310 (+34%) |
Studio rent in Fairfield — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Fairfield?
As of August 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Fairfield, Alabama is $910 per month. This is +19% below the citywide median of $1,130.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Fairfield?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $36,400 ($3,033/month gross), which works out to roughly $17.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Fairfield expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Fairfield's studio median of $910 is +29% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 19th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Fairfield rank for studio rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with studio data, Fairfield ranks #31 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Fairfield?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Bessemer ($890), Tarrant ($890).