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Moody

Pop. 13,488·10th most expensive in Alabama·Moody rents are up 6.9% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,874/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.9%
Month-over-Month
+0.4%
vs US Median
-$88
Stable (Monthly)
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Moody · $1,874
More expensive than 51% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,874/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$75,000/yr
Local median income
$86,627/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Moody's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,090
1 BR
$1,250
2 BR
$1,380
3 BR
$1,720
4 BR+
$1,950
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,380/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,874 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
$22,488/yr
At $1,874/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 6.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.9% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Moody, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,488
Median income
$86,627
Median age
43.5
Renters
25.9%
Age distribution
20.8%
17.8%
28%
13%
20.4%
Under 1820.8%
18–3417.8%
35–5428%
55–6413%
65+20.4%
Gender
48.9%
51.1%
Male48.9%
Female51.1%
Race & ethnicity
79.3%
White79.3%
Black11.6%
Hispanic3.2%
Asian1.1%
Other4.8%
Education (25+)
33.1%
32.3%
28.8%
No HS diploma5.8%
HS diploma33.1%
Some college32.3%
Bachelor's+28.8%
Housing tenure
74.1%
25.9%
Owner74.1%
Renter25.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Moody, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$69,846 → $86,627
up 24.0%
Population
13,100 → 13,488
up 3.0%
Renter share
25% → 25.9%
+0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
21% → 28.8%
+7.8 pts
Median age
40.6 → 43.5
+2.9 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $69,846 in 2021 to $86,627 more recently. The population has grown by 3.0% since 2021, moving from about 13,100 residents to roughly 13,488. College-educated residents now make up 28.8% of adults here, versus 21% in 2021.

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At $1,874/mo, how Moody rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Moody rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Moody, AL

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Moody is $1,874/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,090/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,380/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,250/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,720/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($86,627/yr), Moody ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Moody an affordable city for renters?

Moody is considered affordable for renters. At $1,874/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($86,627/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Moody falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Moody?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,874/mo in Moody. The local median household income is $86,627/yr, meaning the typical Moody household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Moody?

Rent in Moody has increased 6.9% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Moody rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Moody is one of the pricier cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #10 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,874/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Moody?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Moody ($1,874/mo): Grayson Valley ($1,332/mo), Trussville ($1,531/mo), Odenville ($1,615/mo).

What percentage of Moody residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.9% of Moody households are renters, while 74.1% are owner-occupied. Moody leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Moody rent compare to the national average?

Moody's median rent of $1,874/mo is $88 (4%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #10 out of 70 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,874/mo, rent takes ~26% of Moody's median household income ($86,627/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Moody 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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