1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Helena, AL
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Helena, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +13% lower than the citywide median of $1,913 and +19% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Helena
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 Helena
Compare Helena's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Alabama
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helena (this page) | $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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Helena.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Helena |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bessemer, AL | 7.9 mi | $1,010 | $-650 (-39%) |
| Montevallo, AL | 8.2 mi | $1,000 | $-660 (-40%) |
| Alabaster, AL | 8.4 mi | $1,280 | $-380 (-23%) |
| Hoover, AL | 9.6 mi | $1,455 | $-205 (-12%) |
| Pelham, AL | 12.4 mi | $1,400 | $-260 (-16%) |
| Mc Calla, AL | 12.8 mi | $1,000 | $-660 (-40%) |
| Midfield, AL | 13.5 mi | $1,040 | $-620 (-37%) |
| Vestavia Hills, AL | 13.8 mi | $1,380 | $-280 (-17%) |
| Homewood, AL | 15.8 mi | $1,380 | $-280 (-17%) |
| Calera, AL | 16.6 mi | $1,470 | $-190 (-11%) |
| Chelsea, AL | 17.8 mi | $1,350 | $-310 (-19%) |
| Hueytown, AL | 18.8 mi | $1,160 | $-500 (-30%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Helena — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Helena?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Helena, Alabama is $1,660 per month. This is +13% below the citywide median of $1,913.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Helena?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $66,400 ($5,533/month gross), which works out to roughly $31.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Helena expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Helena's 1-bedroom median of $1,660 is +19% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 67th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Helena rank for 1-bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with 1-bedroom data, Helena ranks #65 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Helena?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Bessemer ($1,010), Montevallo ($1,000), Alabaster ($1,280).