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Jasper

Pop. 14,442·54th most expensive in Alabama·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,276/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+12.9%
vs US Median
-$686
Rising (Monthly)
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Jasper · $1,276
More affordable than 89% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
23% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,276/mo, rent takes about 23% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$51,000/yr
Local median income
$66,238/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Jasper's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$590
1 BR
$630
2 BR
$790
3 BR
$1,110
4 BR+
$1,250
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$790/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,276 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$15,312/yr
At $1,276/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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, +12.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Jasper, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,442
Median income
$66,238
Median age
35.7
Renters
33.6%
Age distribution
25.7%
23.4%
20%
20.8%
Under 1825.7%
18–3423.4%
35–5420%
55–6410.1%
65+20.8%
Gender
46.4%
53.6%
Male46.4%
Female53.6%
Race & ethnicity
79.9%
13.3%
White79.9%
Black13.3%
Hispanic3.9%
Asian0.7%
Other2.1%
Education (25+)
26.7%
35.3%
28.2%
No HS diploma9.7%
HS diploma26.7%
Some college35.3%
Bachelor's+28.2%
Housing tenure
66.4%
33.6%
Owner66.4%
Renter33.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Jasper, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$55,721 → $66,238
up 18.9%
Population
14,370 → 14,442
up 0.5%
Renter share
32.8% → 33.6%
+0.8 pts
Bachelor's+
24.7% → 28.2%
+3.5 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $55,721 in 2021 to $66,238 more recently. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 24.7% to 28.2% across the same window.

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At $1,276/mo, how Jasper rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Jasper rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Jasper, AL

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Jasper is $1,276/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $590/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $790/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $630/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,110/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($66,238/yr), Jasper ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Jasper an affordable city for renters?

Jasper is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,276/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($66,238/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Jasper falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Jasper?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $51,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,276/mo in Jasper. The local median household income is $66,238/yr, meaning the typical Jasper household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Jasper?

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

How does Jasper rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Jasper is one of the more affordable cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #54 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,276/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Jasper?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Jasper ($1,276/mo): Fairfield ($1,130/mo), Hueytown ($1,211/mo), Adamsville ($1,228/mo).

What percentage of Jasper residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.6% of Jasper households are renters, while 66.4% are owner-occupied. Jasper leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Jasper rent compare to the national average?

Jasper's median rent of $1,276/mo is $686 (35%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #54 out of 70 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,276/mo, rent takes ~23% of Jasper's median household income ($66,238/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Jasper 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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