How much does it cost to rent in Mc Calla, AL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mc Calla, AL is $2,008. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mc Calla cheaper than other Alabama cities?

Mc Calla is one of the pricier cities in Alabama, ranking #5 out of 70 cities tracked at $2,008/mo.

When was Mc Calla rent data last updated?

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

City Report · AL

Mc Calla

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Pop. 13,253·5th most expensive in Alabama·Mc Calla rents are up 9.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,008/mo

Year-over-Year

+9.4%

Month-over-Month

-1.6%

vs US Median

+$43

Falling (Monthly)

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Mc Calla · $2,008

More expensive than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

33% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,008/mo, rent takes about 33% of the US median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$80,000/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

Research median

$1,160/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

$24,096/yr

At $2,008/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 9.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+9.4% YoY, -1.6% 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

Can you afford rent in Mc Calla on your salary?

At $2,008/mo, how Mc Calla rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $81,253/yr · Rent = 29.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $57,689/yr · Rent = 41.8% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $66,452/yr · Rent = 36.3% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $118,775/yr · Rent = 20.3% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $151,764/yr · Rent = 15.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,017/yr · Rent = 44.6% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $48,771/yr · Rent = 49.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $60,114/yr · Rent = 40.1% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Mc Calla rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Mc Calla

About renting in Mc Calla, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mc Calla is $2,008/mo as of July 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 33% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Mc Calla ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mc Calla an affordable city for renters?

Mc Calla is considered moderate for renters. At $2,008/mo, rent takes approximately 33% 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 $80,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,008/mo in Mc Calla.

Is rent going up or down in Mc Calla?

Rent in Mc Calla has increased 9.4% over the past year as of July 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 #5 out of 70 tracked cities at $2,008/mo.

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

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mc Calla ($2,008/mo): Midfield ($1,145/mo), Hueytown ($1,205/mo), Bessemer ($1,400/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.