How much does it cost to rent in Spanish Fort, AL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Spanish Fort, AL is $1,666. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Spanish Fort cheaper than other Alabama cities?

Spanish Fort is one of the pricier cities in Alabama, ranking #24 out of 70 cities tracked at $1,666/mo.

When was Spanish Fort rent data last updated?

Spanish Fort 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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Spanish Fort

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Pop. 10,662·24th most expensive in Alabama·Spanish Fort rents are up 10.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,666/mo

Year-over-Year

+10.3%

Month-over-Month

+2.2%

vs US Median

-$299

Rising (Monthly)

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Spanish Fort · $1,666

More affordable than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

20% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,666/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$67,000/yr

Local median income

$99,346/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Spanish Fort's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,170

1 BR

$1,260

2 BR

$1,500

3 BR

$1,870

4 BR+

$2,380

Research median

$1,500/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

$19,992/yr

At $1,666/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 10.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+10.3% YoY, +2.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Spanish Fort, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 49.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

10,662

Median income

$99,346

Median age

40.9

Renters

34.2%

Age distribution

26.1%

18.6%

24.1%

20.4%

Under 1826.1%

18–3418.6%

35–5424.1%

55–6410.8%

65+20.4%

Gender

49.6%

50.4%

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

Race & ethnicity

81.6%

White81.6%

Black5.5%

Hispanic5.7%

Asian0.5%

Other6.7%

Education (25+)

16.4%

30.6%

49.1%

No HS diploma3.8%

HS diploma16.4%

Some college30.6%

Bachelor's+49.1%

Housing tenure

65.8%

34.2%

Owner65.8%

Renter34.2%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Spanish Fort, AL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,499 → $1,666

up 11.1%

Income

$89,504 → $99,346

up 11.0%

Population

9,720 → 10,662

up 9.7%

Renter share

34.1% → 34.2%

+0.1 pts

Bachelor's+

44.9% → 49.1%

+4.2 pts

Median age

36.4 → 40.9

+4.5 yrs

Compared with 2023, rent in Spanish Fort, AL has climbed by $167 per month, settling near $1,666 after starting the period at $1,499. Census figures show median household income at $99,346 today, compared with $89,504 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 9,720 to 10,662 between 2021 and 2024, a 9.7% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 44.9% to 49.1%. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Spanish Fort on your salary?

At $1,666/mo, how Spanish Fort rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $81,253/yr · Rent = 24.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $57,689/yr · Rent = 34.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $66,452/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $118,775/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $151,764/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,017/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $48,771/yr · Rent = 41% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $60,114/yr · Rent = 33.3% income

stretched

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Spanish Fort rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Spanish Fort, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Spanish Fort is $1,666/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,170/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,500/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,260/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,870/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($99,346/yr), Spanish Fort ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Spanish Fort an affordable city for renters?

Spanish Fort is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,666/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($99,346/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Spanish Fort falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Spanish Fort?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,666/mo in Spanish Fort. The local median household income is $99,346/yr, meaning the typical Spanish Fort household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Spanish Fort?

Rent in Spanish Fort has increased 10.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Spanish Fort rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Spanish Fort is one of the pricier cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #24 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,666/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Spanish Fort?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Spanish Fort ($1,666/mo): Chickasaw ($1,050/mo), Mobile ($1,311/mo), Saraland ($1,497/mo).

What percentage of Spanish Fort residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.2% of Spanish Fort households are renters, while 65.8% are owner-occupied. Spanish Fort leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Spanish Fort rent compare to the national average?

Spanish Fort's median rent of $1,666/mo is $299 (15%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #24 out of 70 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

20%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,666/mo, rent takes ~20% of Spanish Fort's median household income ($99,346/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Spanish Fort 20%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5%

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