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Pinson

Pop. 7,832·33rd most expensive in Alabama·Rental market data updated monthly for Pinson, AL
Median rent (all units)
$1,571/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-4.6%
vs US Median
-$394
Falling (Monthly)
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Pinson · $1,571
More affordable than 71% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,571/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$63,000/yr
Local median income
$76,410/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Pinson's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,000
1 BR
$1,150
2 BR
$1,270
3 BR
$1,590
4 BR+
$1,800
Research median
$1,270/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
$18,852/yr
At $1,571/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -4.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Pinson, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 14% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,832
Median income
$76,410
Median age
33.4
Renters
19.6%
Age distribution
30.8%
22.7%
20.7%
15.4%
Under 1830.8%
18–3422.7%
35–5420.7%
55–6410.3%
65+15.4%
Gender
39.5%
60.5%
Male39.5%
Female60.5%
Race & ethnicity
35.5%
48.2%
White35.5%
Black48.2%
Hispanic10.4%
Asian2.9%
Other3.1%
Education (25+)
35.6%
42.7%
14%
No HS diploma7.8%
HS diploma35.6%
Some college42.7%
Bachelor's+14%
Housing tenure
80.4%
19.6%
Owner80.4%
Renter19.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Pinson, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$70,393 → $76,410
up 8.5%
Population
7,242 → 7,832
up 8.1%
Renter share
16.2% → 19.6%
+3.4 pts
Bachelor's+
22.4% → 14%
-8.4 pts
Median age
34.9 → 33.4
-1.5 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $70,393 in 2021 to $76,410 more recently. Census counts show Pinson, AL adding about 590 residents over the five-year window, up 8.1% on net. The renter share has risen from 16.2% to 19.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 22.4% to 14% across the same window.

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About renting in Pinson, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pinson is $1,571/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,000/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,270/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,150/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,590/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($76,410/yr), Pinson ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pinson an affordable city for renters?

Pinson is considered affordable for renters. At $1,571/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($76,410/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pinson falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Pinson?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,571/mo in Pinson. The local median household income is $76,410/yr, meaning the typical Pinson household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pinson?

Rent in Pinson has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Pinson rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Pinson is middle-of-the-pack for Alabama for rent, ranking #33 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,571/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pinson?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Pinson ($1,571/mo): Tarrant ($1,074/mo), Center Point ($1,333/mo), Grayson Valley ($1,344/mo).

What percentage of Pinson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.6% of Pinson households are renters, while 80.4% are owner-occupied. Pinson leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Pinson rent compare to the national average?

Pinson's median rent of $1,571/mo is $394 (20%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #33 out of 70 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,571/mo, rent takes ~25% of Pinson's median household income ($76,410/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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