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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Leeds, AL is $1,666. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Leeds cheaper than other Alabama cities?

Leeds is one of the pricier cities in Alabama, ranking #24 out of 70 cities tracked at $1,666/mo.

When was Leeds rent data last updated?

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

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Pop. 12,028·24th most expensive in Alabama·Rental market data updated monthly for Leeds, AL

Median rent (all units)

$1,666/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+9.0%

vs US Median

-$299

Rising (Monthly)

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Leeds · $1,666

More affordable than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

29% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,666/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$67,000/yr

Local median income

$69,737/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Leeds's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$900

1 BR

$1,030

2 BR

$1,140

3 BR

$1,420

4 BR+

$1,610

Research median

$1,140/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

$19,992/yr

At $1,666/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, +9.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Leeds, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

12,028

Median income

$69,737

Median age

39.3

Renters

28%

Age distribution

25.3%

18.8%

27.6%

16.9%

Under 1825.3%

18–3418.8%

35–5427.6%

55–6411.3%

65+16.9%

Gender

51.2%

48.8%

Male51.2%

Female48.8%

Race & ethnicity

71.5%

13.3%

15.5%

White71.5%

Black13.3%

Hispanic15.5%

Education (25+)

12.1%

25.9%

34.2%

27.7%

No HS diploma12.1%

HS diploma25.9%

Some college34.2%

Bachelor's+27.7%

Housing tenure

72%

28%

Owner72%

Renter28%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Leeds, AL has changed in 5 years

Income

$62,432 → $69,737

up 11.7%

Population

12,385 → 12,028

down 2.9%

Renter share

23.7% → 28%

+4.3 pts

Bachelor's+

28.2% → 27.7%

-0.5 pts

Median age

38.8 → 39.3

+0.5 yrs

Median household income rose from $62,432 to $69,737 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.7% shift. The population has contracted by 2.9% since 2021, moving from about 12,385 residents to roughly 12,028. Renters now make up 28% of households, compared with 23.7% five years ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Leeds on your salary?

At $1,666/mo, how Leeds rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $81,253/yr · Rent = 24.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $57,689/yr · Rent = 34.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $66,452/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $118,775/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $151,764/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,017/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $48,771/yr · Rent = 41% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $60,114/yr · Rent = 33.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Leeds rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Leeds

About renting in Leeds, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Leeds is $1,666/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $900/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,140/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,030/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,420/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($69,737/yr), Leeds ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Leeds an affordable city for renters?

Leeds is considered affordable for renters. At $1,666/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($69,737/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Leeds falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Leeds?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,666/mo in Leeds. The local median household income is $69,737/yr, meaning the typical Leeds household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Leeds?

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

How does Leeds rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Leeds is one of the pricier cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #24 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,666/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Leeds?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Leeds ($1,666/mo): Lake Purdy ($1,222/mo), Grayson Valley ($1,344/mo), Trussville ($1,481/mo).

What percentage of Leeds residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28% of Leeds households are renters, while 72% are owner-occupied. Leeds leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.