Studio Apartment Rent in Opelika, AL
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Opelika, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +52% lower than the citywide median of $1,600 and +41% below the national studio median of $1,295.
Income needed for a studio in Opelika
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Opelika
Compare Opelika's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Alabama
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jasper | $590 |
| 2 | Gadsden | $620 |
| 3 | Daleville | $670 |
| 4 | Enterprise | $670 |
| 5 | Florence | $670 |
| 6 | Ozark | $670 |
| 7 | Jacksonville | $680 |
| 8 | Cullman | $700 |
| 9 | Troy | $750 |
| 10 | Decatur | $755 |
| 11 | Oxford | $760 |
| 12 | Opelika (this page) | $765 |
| 13 | Saraland | $780 |
| 14 | Dothan | $783 |
| 15 | Muscle Shoals | $790 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in Alabama
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helena | $1,450 |
| 2 | Owens Cross Roads | $1,390 |
| 3 | Calera | $1,290 |
| 4 | Hoover | $1,270 |
| 5 | Madison | $1,253 |
| 6 | Pike Road | $1,240 |
| 7 | Pelham | $1,220 |
| 8 | Vestavia Hills | $1,210 |
| 9 | Trussville | $1,210 |
| 10 | Homewood | $1,210 |
| 11 | Meridianville | $1,180 |
| 12 | Spanish Fort | $1,170 |
| 13 | Chelsea | $1,170 |
| 14 | Fairhope | $1,140 |
| 15 | Alabaster | $1,120 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Opelika.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Opelika |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn, AL | 12.2 mi | $880 | +$115 (+15%) |
| Phenix City, AL | 23.2 mi | $823 | +$58 (+8%) |
| Columbus, GA | 30.1 mi | $885 | +$120 (+16%) |
| Lagrange, GA | 36.9 mi | $950 | +$185 (+24%) |
| Pike Road, AL | 53.4 mi | $1,240 | +$475 (+62%) |
| Wetumpka, AL | 57.2 mi | $800 | +$35 (+5%) |
| Troy, AL | 61 mi | $750 | $-15 (-2%) |
| Montgomery, AL | 64.5 mi | $829 | +$64 (+8%) |
| Newnan, GA | 67.8 mi | $1,585 | +$820 (+107%) |
| Carrollton, GA | 68.8 mi | $1,110 | +$345 (+45%) |
| Millbrook, AL | 69.2 mi | $800 | +$35 (+5%) |
| Oxford, AL | 74.1 mi | $760 | $-5 (-1%) |
Studio rent in Opelika — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Opelika?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Opelika, Alabama is $765 per month. This is +52% below the citywide median of $1,600.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Opelika?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $30,600 ($2,550/month gross), which works out to roughly $14.71/hour at a full-time job.
Is Opelika expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Opelika's studio median of $765 is +41% below the national studio median of $1,295. It ranks in the 7th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Opelika rank for studio rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with studio data, Opelika ranks #12 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Opelika?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Troy ($750), Oxford ($760).