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Mc Calla

Pop. 13,253·4th most expensive in Alabama·Mc Calla rents are up 15.6% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,125/mo
Year-over-Year
+15.6%
Month-over-Month
+5.8%
vs US Median
+$163
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Mc Calla · $2,125
More expensive than 65% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
35% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,125/mo, rent takes about 35% of the US median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$85,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Mc Calla's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$930
1 BR
$1,000
2 BR
$1,160
3 BR
$1,470
4 BR+
$1,600
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,160/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,125 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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$25,500/yr
At $2,125/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 15.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+15.6% YoY, +5.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Mc Calla, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 34.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,253
Median age
42.3
Renters
9.7%
Age distribution
21.9%
19.1%
26.2%
12.6%
20.3%
Under 1821.9%
18–3419.1%
35–5426.2%
55–6412.6%
65+20.3%
Gender
49.6%
50.4%
Male49.6%
Female50.4%
Race & ethnicity
41.5%
54.2%
White41.5%
Black54.2%
Hispanic2.2%
Asian2.5%
Education (25+)
24.5%
36.2%
34.5%
No HS diploma4.8%
HS diploma24.5%
Some college36.2%
Bachelor's+34.5%
Housing tenure
90.3%
Owner90.3%
Renter9.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mc Calla, AL has changed in 5 years

Population
13,221 → 13,253
up 0.2%
Renter share
10% → 9.7%
-0.3 pts
Bachelor's+
31.4% → 34.5%
+3.1 pts
Median age
39.1 → 42.3
+3.2 yrs

Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 31.4% to 34.5%.

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Salary vs rent

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Mc Calla rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Mc Calla, AL

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Mc Calla is $2,125/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $930/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,160/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,000/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,470/mo.

At 35% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Mc Calla ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 15.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mc Calla an affordable city for renters?

Mc Calla is considered moderate for renters. At $2,125/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mc Calla slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Mc Calla?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,125/mo in Mc Calla.

Is rent going up or down in Mc Calla?

Rent in Mc Calla has increased 15.6% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Mc Calla rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Mc Calla is one of the pricier cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #4 out of 70 tracked cities at $2,125/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mc Calla?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mc Calla ($2,125/mo): Midfield ($1,050/mo), Hueytown ($1,211/mo), Bessemer ($1,429/mo).

What percentage of Mc Calla residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 9.7% of Mc Calla households are renters, while 90.3% are owner-occupied. Mc Calla leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mc Calla rent compare to the national average?

Mc Calla's median rent of $2,125/mo is $163 (8%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #4 out of 70 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
35%
MODERATE

At $2,125/mo, rent takes ~35% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2–5%
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