How much does it cost to rent in Fultondale, AL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Fultondale, AL is $1,599. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fultondale cheaper than other Alabama cities?

Fultondale falls in the middle range for Alabama, ranking #31 out of 70 cities at $1,599/mo.

When was Fultondale rent data last updated?

Fultondale rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Fultondale a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Fultondale is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Fultondale

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Pop. 9,384·31st most expensive in Alabama·Rental market data updated monthly for Fultondale, AL

Median rent (all units)

$1,599/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-3.0%

vs US Median

-$366

Falling (Monthly)

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Fultondale · $1,599

More affordable than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

26% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,599/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$64,000/yr

Local median income

$73,575/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Fultondale's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,030

1 BR

$1,180

2 BR

$1,310

3 BR

$1,640

4 BR+

$1,850

Research median

$1,310/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$19,188/yr

At $1,599/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -3.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Fultondale, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

9,384

Median income

$73,575

Median age

38.5

Renters

31.3%

Age distribution

25.4%

19.6%

28.1%

13%

13.9%

Under 1825.4%

18–3419.6%

35–5428.1%

55–6413%

65+13.9%

Gender

47.8%

52.2%

Male47.8%

Female52.2%

Race & ethnicity

55.4%

35.3%

White55.4%

Black35.3%

Hispanic11%

Asian0.6%

Education (25+)

30.6%

34.7%

28.7%

No HS diploma5.9%

HS diploma30.6%

Some college34.7%

Bachelor's+28.7%

Housing tenure

68.7%

31.3%

Owner68.7%

Renter31.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Fultondale, AL has changed in 5 years

Income

$72,766 → $73,575

up 1.1%

Population

9,707 → 9,384

down 3.3%

Renter share

29.4% → 31.3%

+1.9 pts

Bachelor's+

24.9% → 28.7%

+3.8 pts

Household income in the area moved from $72,766 to $73,575 across the same window, up 1.1% versus 2021. Census counts show Fultondale, AL losing about 323 residents over the five-year window, down 3.3% on net. The renter share has risen from 29.4% to 31.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 24.9% to 28.7% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fultondale on your salary?

At $1,599/mo, how Fultondale rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $81,253/yr · Rent = 23.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $57,689/yr · Rent = 33.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $66,452/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $118,775/yr · Rent = 16.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $151,764/yr · Rent = 12.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,017/yr · Rent = 35.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $48,771/yr · Rent = 39.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $60,114/yr · Rent = 31.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Fultondale rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Fultondale. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Fultondale, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fultondale is $1,599/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,030/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,310/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,180/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,640/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($73,575/yr), Fultondale ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fultondale an affordable city for renters?

Fultondale is considered affordable for renters. At $1,599/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($73,575/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fultondale falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Fultondale?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,599/mo in Fultondale. The local median household income is $73,575/yr, meaning the typical Fultondale household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fultondale?

Rent in Fultondale has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Fultondale rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Fultondale is middle-of-the-pack for Alabama for rent, ranking #31 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,599/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fultondale?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fultondale ($1,599/mo): Tarrant ($1,074/mo), Forestdale ($1,265/mo), Center Point ($1,333/mo).

What percentage of Fultondale residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.3% of Fultondale households are renters, while 68.7% are owner-occupied. Fultondale leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fultondale rent compare to the national average?

Fultondale's median rent of $1,599/mo is $366 (19%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #31 out of 70 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,599/mo, rent takes ~26% of Fultondale's median household income ($73,575/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fultondale 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5%

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