1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Gadsden, AL
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Gadsden, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +6% lower than the citywide median of $831 and +44% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Gadsden
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Gadsden
Compare Gadsden's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jasper | $630 |
| 2 | Daleville | $680 |
| 3 | Enterprise | $680 |
| 4 | Jacksonville | $680 |
| 5 | Ozark | $680 |
| 6 | Cullman | $700 |
| 7 | Florence | $740 |
| 8 | Troy | $770 |
| 9 | Gadsden (this page) | $780 |
| 10 | Decatur | $785 |
| 11 | Dothan | $793 |
| 12 | Oxford | $800 |
| 13 | Millbrook | $830 |
| 14 | Wetumpka | $830 |
| 15 | Anniston | $840 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helena | $1,660 |
| 2 | Owens Cross Roads | $1,610 |
| 3 | Calera | $1,470 |
| 4 | Hoover | $1,455 |
| 5 | Madison | $1,450 |
| 6 | Pelham | $1,400 |
| 7 | Meridianville | $1,400 |
| 8 | Vestavia Hills | $1,380 |
| 9 | Trussville | $1,380 |
| 10 | Homewood | $1,380 |
| 11 | Chelsea | $1,350 |
| 12 | Pike Road | $1,300 |
| 13 | Alabaster | $1,280 |
| 14 | Spanish Fort | $1,260 |
| 15 | Moody | $1,250 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Gadsden.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Gadsden |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville, AL | 17.3 mi | $680 | $-100 (-13%) |
| Anniston, AL | 29.8 mi | $840 | +$60 (+8%) |
| Oxford, AL | 32.9 mi | $800 | +$20 (+3%) |
| Odenville, AL | 42.9 mi | $1,000 | +$220 (+28%) |
| Moody, AL | 49.4 mi | $1,250 | +$470 (+60%) |
| Trussville, AL | 51.2 mi | $1,380 | +$600 (+77%) |
| Rome, GA | 51.6 mi | $895 | +$115 (+15%) |
| Owens Cross Roads, AL | 53.7 mi | $1,610 | +$830 (+106%) |
| Pinson, AL | 54.4 mi | $1,150 | +$370 (+47%) |
| Leeds, AL | 55.8 mi | $1,030 | +$250 (+32%) |
| Cullman, AL | 57.3 mi | $700 | $-80 (-10%) |
| Bremen, GA | 59 mi | $820 | +$40 (+5%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Gadsden — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Gadsden?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Gadsden, Alabama is $780 per month. This is +6% below the citywide median of $831.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Gadsden?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $31,200 ($2,600/month gross), which works out to roughly $15.00/hour at a full-time job.
Is Gadsden expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Gadsden's 1-bedroom median of $780 is +44% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 4th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Gadsden rank for 1-bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with 1-bedroom data, Gadsden ranks #9 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Gadsden?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Jacksonville ($680), Cullman ($700).