Studio Apartment Rent in Fairhope, AL
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Fairhope, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +49% lower than the citywide median of $2,242 and +12% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Fairhope
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 Fairhope
Compare Fairhope'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 | $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 (this page) | $1,140 |
| 15 | Alabaster | $1,120 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Fairhope.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Fairhope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daphne, AL | 9 mi | $1,090 | $-50 (-4%) |
| Foley, AL | 11.4 mi | $950 | $-190 (-17%) |
| Spanish Fort, AL | 15.3 mi | $1,170 | +$30 (+3%) |
| Gulf Shores, AL | 16.4 mi | $1,000 | $-140 (-12%) |
| Mobile, AL | 23.8 mi | $836 | $-304 (-27%) |
| Saraland, AL | 31 mi | $780 | $-360 (-32%) |
| Pensacola, FL | 40.7 mi | $1,193 | +$53 (+5%) |
| Pascagoula, MS | 44.2 mi | $790 | $-350 (-31%) |
| Pace, FL | 47 mi | $1,170 | +$30 (+3%) |
| Gautier, MS | 54.3 mi | $880 | $-260 (-23%) |
| Gulf Breeze, FL | 55.1 mi | $1,610 | +$470 (+41%) |
| Ocean Springs, MS | 63 mi | $1,080 | $-60 (-5%) |
Studio rent in Fairhope — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Fairhope?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Fairhope, Alabama is $1,140 per month. This is +49% below the citywide median of $2,242.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Fairhope?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $45,600 ($3,800/month gross), which works out to roughly $21.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Fairhope expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Fairhope's studio median of $1,140 is +12% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 38th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Fairhope rank for studio rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with studio data, Fairhope ranks #52 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Fairhope?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Daphne ($1,090), Foley ($950), Gulf Shores ($1,000).