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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Moody, AL is $1,866. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Moody cheaper than other Alabama cities?

Moody is one of the pricier cities in Alabama, ranking #7 out of 70 cities tracked at $1,866/mo.

When was Moody rent data last updated?

Moody 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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Moody

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Pop. 13,488·7th most expensive in Alabama·Moody rents are up 7.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,866/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.2%

Month-over-Month

+0.4%

vs US Median

-$99

Stable (Monthly)

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Moody · $1,866

More expensive than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

26% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,866/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

Research median

$1,380/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

$22,392/yr

At $1,866/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 7.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.2% 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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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Moody on your salary?

At $1,866/mo, how Moody rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $81,253/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $57,689/yr · Rent = 38.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $66,452/yr · Rent = 33.7% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $118,775/yr · Rent = 18.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $151,764/yr · Rent = 14.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,017/yr · Rent = 41.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $48,771/yr · Rent = 45.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $60,114/yr · Rent = 37.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

Moody rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Moody, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Moody is $1,866/mo as of July 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 7.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Moody an affordable city for renters?

Moody is considered affordable for renters. At $1,866/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 $1,866/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 7.2% over the past year as of July 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 #7 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,866/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Moody?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Moody ($1,866/mo): Grayson Valley ($1,344/mo), Trussville ($1,481/mo), Odenville ($1,574/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.