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Hazel Green

Pop. 3,940·26th most expensive in Alabama·Rental market data updated monthly for Hazel Green, AL
Median rent (all units)
$1,663/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+3.9%
vs US Median
-$302
Rising (Monthly)
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Hazel Green · $1,663
More affordable than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
23% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,663/mo, rent takes about 23% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$67,000/yr
Local median income
$86,271/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hazel Green's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$910
1 BR
$1,050
2 BR
$1,220
3 BR
$1,570
4 BR+
$1,920
Research median
$1,220/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
$19,956/yr
At $1,663/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +3.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hazel Green, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,940
Median income
$86,271
Median age
38.2
Renters
12.5%
Age distribution
26.2%
17.9%
20.5%
19.3%
16%
Under 1826.2%
18–3417.9%
35–5420.5%
55–6419.3%
65+16%
Gender
53.9%
46.1%
Male53.9%
Female46.1%
Race & ethnicity
82%
White82%
Black8.7%
Hispanic1.8%
Asian1.6%
Other5.9%
Education (25+)
30.9%
22%
36.2%
No HS diploma10.9%
HS diploma30.9%
Some college22%
Bachelor's+36.2%
Housing tenure
87.5%
12.5%
Owner87.5%
Renter12.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hazel Green, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$55,786 → $86,271
up 54.6%
Population
3,811 → 3,940
up 3.4%
Renter share
28.3% → 12.5%
-15.8 pts
Bachelor's+
25.7% → 36.2%
+10.5 pts
Median age
38.7 → 38.2
-0.5 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Hazel Green, AL now reports about $86,271, up from $55,786 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 3,811 to 3,940 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.4% change. About 12.5% of households rent today, against 28.3% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 25.7% to 36.2%.

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Hazel Green rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Hazel Green, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hazel Green is $1,663/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $910/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,220/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,050/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,570/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($86,271/yr), Hazel Green ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hazel Green an affordable city for renters?

Hazel Green is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,663/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($86,271/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hazel Green falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Hazel Green?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,663/mo in Hazel Green. The local median household income is $86,271/yr, meaning the typical Hazel Green household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hazel Green?

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

How does Hazel Green rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Hazel Green is middle-of-the-pack for Alabama for rent, ranking #26 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,663/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hazel Green?

Huntsville is nearby and more affordable at $1,322/mo, which is $341 less than Hazel Green.

What percentage of Hazel Green residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 12.5% of Hazel Green households are renters, while 87.5% are owner-occupied. Hazel Green leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hazel Green rent compare to the national average?

Hazel Green's median rent of $1,663/mo is $302 (15%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #26 out of 70 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,663/mo, rent takes ~23% of Hazel Green's median household income ($86,271/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hazel Green 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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