Studio Apartment Rent in Jacksonville, AL
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Jacksonville, Alabama as of August 2026. That's +21% lower than the citywide median of $858 and +47% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Jacksonville
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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Jacksonville
Compare Jacksonville's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Alabama
Most expensive cities for a studio in Alabama
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helena | $1,450 |
| 2 | Owens Cross Roads | $1,390 |
| 3 | Calera | $1,290 |
| 4 | Hoover | $1,270 |
| 5 | Madison | $1,253 |
| 6 | Pike Road | $1,240 |
| 7 | Pelham | $1,220 |
| 8 | Vestavia Hills | $1,210 |
| 9 | Trussville | $1,210 |
| 10 | Homewood | $1,210 |
| 11 | Meridianville | $1,180 |
| 12 | Spanish Fort | $1,170 |
| 13 | Chelsea | $1,170 |
| 14 | Fairhope | $1,140 |
| 15 | Orange Beach | $1,120 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Jacksonville.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Jacksonville |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anniston, AL | 12.7 mi | $830 | +$150 (+22%) |
| Gadsden, AL | 17.3 mi | $620 | $-60 (-9%) |
| Oxford, AL | 18.6 mi | $760 | +$80 (+12%) |
| Talladega, AL | 38.6 mi | $560 | $-120 (-18%) |
| Odenville, AL | 45.8 mi | $890 | +$210 (+31%) |
| Carrollton, GA | 48.6 mi | $1,110 | +$430 (+63%) |
| Rome, GA | 48.8 mi | $820 | +$140 (+21%) |
| Rockmart, GA | 51 mi | $980 | +$300 (+44%) |
| Moody, AL | 51.7 mi | $1,090 | +$410 (+60%) |
| Temple, GA | 53.4 mi | $1,190 | +$510 (+75%) |
| Trussville, AL | 55.3 mi | $1,210 | +$530 (+78%) |
| Leeds, AL | 57.4 mi | $900 | +$220 (+32%) |
Studio rent in Jacksonville — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Jacksonville?
As of August 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Jacksonville, Alabama is $680 per month. This is +21% below the citywide median of $858.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Jacksonville?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $27,200 ($2,267/month gross), which works out to roughly $13.08/hour at a full-time job.
Is Jacksonville expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Jacksonville's studio median of $680 is +47% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 2th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Jacksonville rank for studio rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with studio data, Jacksonville ranks #6 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Jacksonville?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Gadsden ($620), Talladega ($560).