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Jacksonville

Pop. 14,437·69th most expensive in Alabama·Jacksonville rents have dropped 20.2%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$864/mo
Year-over-Year
-20.2%
Month-over-Month
-6.8%
vs US Median
-$1,101
Falling (Monthly)
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Jacksonville · $864
More affordable than 99% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
20% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $864/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$35,000/yr
Local median income
$51,814/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Jacksonville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$680
1 BR
$680
2 BR
$880
3 BR
$1,210
4 BR+
$1,300
Research median
$880/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
$10,368/yr
At $864/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 20.2% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-20.2% YoY, -6.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Jacksonville, AL is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,437
Median income
$51,814
Median age
25.6
Renters
49.6%
Age distribution
14%
45.6%
18.1%
Under 1814%
18–3445.6%
35–5418.1%
55–6410.4%
65+11.9%
Gender
46.2%
53.8%
Male46.2%
Female53.8%
Race & ethnicity
65%
26.2%
White65%
Black26.2%
Hispanic5.6%
Asian1.4%
Other1.7%
Education (25+)
33.8%
25%
31.2%
No HS diploma10%
HS diploma33.8%
Some college25%
Bachelor's+31.2%
Housing tenure
50.4%
49.6%
Owner50.4%
Renter49.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Jacksonville, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$41,920 → $51,814
up 23.6%
Population
13,076 → 14,437
up 10.4%
Renter share
44.2% → 49.6%
+5.4 pts
Bachelor's+
32.8% → 31.2%
-1.6 pts
Median age
30.8 → 25.6
-5.2 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Jacksonville, AL now reports about $51,814, up from $41,920 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 13,076 to 14,437 between 2021 and 2024, a 10.4% change. About 49.6% of households rent today, against 44.2% in 2021.

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By apartment size

Jacksonville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Jacksonville, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Jacksonville is $864/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $680/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $880/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $680/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,210/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($51,814/yr), Jacksonville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 20.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Jacksonville an affordable city for renters?

Jacksonville is considered very affordable for renters. At $864/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($51,814/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Jacksonville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Jacksonville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $35,000/year (~$17/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $864/mo in Jacksonville. The local median household income is $51,814/yr, meaning the typical Jacksonville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Jacksonville?

Rent in Jacksonville has decreased 20.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Jacksonville rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Jacksonville is one of the more affordable cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #69 out of 70 tracked cities at $864/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Jacksonville?

Gadsden is nearby and more affordable at $831/mo, which is $33 less than Jacksonville.

What percentage of Jacksonville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49.6% of Jacksonville households are renters, while 50.4% are owner-occupied. Jacksonville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Jacksonville rent compare to the national average?

Jacksonville's median rent of $864/mo is $1,101 (56%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #69 out of 70 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $864/mo, rent takes ~20% of Jacksonville's median household income ($51,814/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2–5%
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