City Report · AL

Prattville

Pop. 39,482·9th most expensive in Alabama·Rental market data updated monthly for Prattville, AL
Median rent (all units)
$1,838/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.8%
Month-over-Month
-1.0%
vs US Median
-$127
Falling (Monthly)
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Prattville · $1,838
More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
58/100
Fairly priced
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Rents are 4% below what Prattville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,838/mo
Expected by trend
$1,910/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$960
1 BR
$1,005
2 BR
$1,190
3 BR
$1,515
4 BR+
$1,880
Research median
$1,190/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$22,056/yr
At $1,838/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.8% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Prattville, AL is majority owner-occupied, 36.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
39,482
Median income
$81,337
Median age
36.9
Renters
32.6%
Age distribution
23.5%
23.4%
26.4%
15.2%
Under 1823.5%
18–3423.4%
35–5426.4%
55–6411.6%
65+15.2%
Gender
48.6%
51.4%
Male48.6%
Female51.4%
Race & ethnicity
66.7%
23.7%
White66.7%
Black23.7%
Hispanic4.2%
Asian1.8%
Other3.5%
Education (25+)
29.9%
27%
36.6%
No HS diploma6.4%
HS diploma29.9%
Some college27%
Bachelor's+36.6%
Housing tenure
67.4%
32.6%
Owner67.4%
Renter32.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Prattville, AL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,558 → $1,838
up 18.0%
Income
$65,932 → $81,337
up 23.4%
Population
37,977 → 39,482
up 4.0%
Renter share
35.9% → 32.6%
-3.3 pts
Bachelor's+
34.6% → 36.6%
+2.0 pts

Since 2022, the typical rent in Prattville, AL has increased from $1,558 to $1,838, a 18.0% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $65,932 in 2021 to $81,337 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 4.0% since 2021, moving from about 37,977 residents to roughly 39,482. Renters now make up 32.6% of households, compared with 35.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 36.6% of adults here, versus 34.6% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Prattville, AL market of 2022.

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Prattville rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Prattville, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Prattville is $1,838/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $960/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,190/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,005/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,515/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($81,337/yr), Prattville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Prattville an affordable city for renters?

Prattville is considered affordable for renters. At $1,838/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($81,337/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Prattville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Prattville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,838/mo in Prattville. The local median household income is $81,337/yr, meaning the typical Prattville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Prattville?

Rent in Prattville has increased 2.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Prattville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Prattville are 36066 ($1,836/mo), and 36067 ($1,843/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Prattville is $1,838/mo.

How does Prattville rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Prattville is one of the pricier cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #9 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,838/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Prattville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Prattville ($1,838/mo): Montgomery ($1,343/mo), Clanton ($1,402/mo), Millbrook ($1,427/mo).

What percentage of Prattville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.6% of Prattville households are renters, while 67.4% are owner-occupied. Prattville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Prattville rent compare to the national average?

Prattville's median rent of $1,838/mo is $127 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #9 out of 70 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,838/mo, rent takes ~27% of Prattville's median household income ($81,337/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Prattville 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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