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Fairhope

Pop. 24,190·3rd most expensive in Alabama·Fairhope rents are up 6.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,128/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.3%
Month-over-Month
+2.3%
vs US Median
+$198
Rising (Monthly)
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Fairhope · $2,128
More expensive than 67% of US cities · National median $1,930/mo
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Studio
$1,140
1 BR
$1,220
2 BR
$1,460
3 BR
$1,820
4 BR+
$2,320
Research median
$1,460/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: May 30, 2026

Annual cost
$25,536/yr
At $2,128/mo median
Market timing
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Rent Reality Score
58/100
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Rents are 4% below what Fairhope's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,128/mo
Expected by trend
$2,213/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Fairhope's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Demographics

Who lives here

Fairhope, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 53.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
24,190
Median income
$94,274
Median age
48.2
Renters
19.6%
Age distribution
21.3%
12.3%
25%
15.4%
26%
Under 1821.3%
18–3412.3%
35–5425%
55–6415.4%
65+26%
Gender
46.8%
53.2%
Male46.8%
Female53.2%
Race & ethnicity
88.9%
White88.9%
Black3.2%
Hispanic4.7%
Asian0.6%
Other2.5%
Education (25+)
14.2%
27.3%
53.5%
No HS diploma4.9%
HS diploma14.2%
Some college27.3%
Bachelor's+53.5%
Housing tenure
80.4%
19.6%
Owner80.4%
Renter19.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Fairhope, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$83,258 → $94,274
up 13.2%
Population
21,825 → 24,190
up 10.8%
Renter share
17% → 19.6%
+2.6 pts
Bachelor's+
54% → 53.5%
-0.5 pts
Median age
43.1 → 48.2
+5.1 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $83,258 to $94,274 across the same window, up 13.2% versus 2021. The population has grown by 10.8% since 2021, moving from about 21,825 residents to roughly 24,190. Renters now make up 19.6% of households, compared with 17% five years ago.

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About renting in Fairhope, AL

Last updated: May 30, 2026

The median rent in Fairhope is $2,128/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,140/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,460/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,220/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,820/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($94,274/yr), Fairhope ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fairhope an affordable city for renters?

Fairhope is considered affordable for renters. At $2,128/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($94,274/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fairhope falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Fairhope?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,128/mo in Fairhope. The local median household income is $94,274/yr, meaning the typical Fairhope household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fairhope?

Rent in Fairhope has increased 6.3% over the past year as of May 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Fairhope rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Fairhope is one of the pricier cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #3 out of 68 tracked cities at $2,128/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fairhope?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fairhope ($2,128/mo): Mobile ($1,301/mo), Gulf Shores ($1,462/mo), Spanish Fort ($1,608/mo).

What percentage of Fairhope residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.6% of Fairhope households are renters, while 80.4% are owner-occupied. Fairhope leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fairhope rent compare to the national average?

Fairhope's median rent of $2,128/mo is $198 (10%) above the US national median of $1,930/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #3 out of 68 tracked cities.
Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,128/mo, rent takes ~27% of Fairhope's median household income ($94,274/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fairhope 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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