Studio Apartment Rent in Phenix City, AL
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Phenix City, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +40% lower than the citywide median of $1,372 and +36% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Phenix City
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 Phenix City
Compare Phenix City'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 | $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? 3 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Phenix City.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Phenix City |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, GA | 8.2 mi | $885 | +$62 (+8%) |
| Opelika, AL | 23.2 mi | $765 | $-58 (-7%) |
| Auburn, AL | 33.1 mi | $880 | +$57 (+7%) |
| Lagrange, GA | 38.9 mi | $950 | +$127 (+15%) |
| Newnan, GA | 67.6 mi | $1,585 | +$762 (+93%) |
| Troy, AL | 69.1 mi | $750 | $-73 (-9%) |
| Pike Road, AL | 70.5 mi | $1,240 | +$417 (+51%) |
| Peachtree City, GA | 72.6 mi | $2,020 | +$1,197 (+145%) |
| Griffin, GA | 76.6 mi | $1,220 | +$397 (+48%) |
| Carrollton, GA | 77.1 mi | $1,110 | +$287 (+35%) |
| Palmetto, GA | 78.3 mi | $1,230 | +$407 (+49%) |
| Ozark, AL | 78.6 mi | $670 | $-153 (-19%) |
Studio rent in Phenix City — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Phenix City?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Phenix City, Alabama is $823 per month. This is +40% below the citywide median of $1,372.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Phenix City?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $32,920 ($2,743/month gross), which works out to roughly $15.83/hour at a full-time job.
Is Phenix City expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Phenix City's studio median of $823 is +36% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 12th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Phenix City rank for studio rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with studio data, Phenix City ranks #18 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Phenix City?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Opelika ($765), Troy ($750), Ozark ($670).