How much does it cost to rent in Jasper, AL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Jasper, AL is $1,130. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Jasper cheaper than other Alabama cities?

Jasper is among the more affordable cities in Alabama, ranking #62 out of 70 cities at $1,130/mo.

When was Jasper rent data last updated?

Jasper rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Jasper a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Jasper is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Jasper

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Pop. 14,442·62nd most expensive in Alabama·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,130/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-2.7%

vs US Median

-$835

Falling (Monthly)

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Jasper · $1,130

More affordable than 94% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

20% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,130/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$45,000/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

Research median

$790/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

$13,560/yr

At $1,130/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -2.7% 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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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Jasper on your salary?

At $1,130/mo, how Jasper rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $81,253/yr · Rent = 16.7% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $57,689/yr · Rent = 23.5% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $66,452/yr · Rent = 20.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $118,775/yr · Rent = 11.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $151,764/yr · Rent = 8.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,017/yr · Rent = 25.1% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $48,771/yr · Rent = 27.8% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $60,114/yr · Rent = 22.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Jasper rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Jasper

About renting in Jasper, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Jasper is $1,130/mo as of July 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 20% 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 $1,130/mo, rent takes approximately 20% 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 $45,000/year (~$22/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,130/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 July 2026.

How does Jasper rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Jasper is one of the more affordable cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #62 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,130/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Jasper?

Fairfield is nearby and more affordable at $1,124/mo, which is $6 less than Jasper.

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.