4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Tuscaloosa, AL
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Tuscaloosa, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +12% higher than the citywide median of $1,433 and +36% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Tuscaloosa
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 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Tuscaloosa
Compare Tuscaloosa's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in Alabama
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Owens Cross Roads | $2,940 |
| 2 | Madison | $2,653 |
| 3 | Helena | $2,600 |
| 4 | Meridianville | $2,530 |
| 5 | Pike Road | $2,430 |
| 6 | Spanish Fort | $2,380 |
| 7 | Fairhope | $2,320 |
| 8 | Calera | $2,310 |
| 9 | Hoover | $2,280 |
| 10 | Daphne | $2,220 |
| 11 | Harvest | $2,200 |
| 12 | Pelham | $2,190 |
| 13 | Grayson Valley | $2,177 |
| 14 | Vestavia Hills | $2,160 |
| 15 | Trussville | $2,160 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Tuscaloosa.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Tuscaloosa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northport, AL | 4.9 mi | $1,460 | $-148 (-9%) |
| Mc Calla, AL | 30.2 mi | $1,600 | $-8 (0%) |
| Hueytown, AL | 35.1 mi | $1,810 | +$202 (+13%) |
| Bessemer, AL | 40.4 mi | $1,590 | $-18 (-1%) |
| Helena, AL | 42.6 mi | $2,600 | +$992 (+62%) |
| Montevallo, AL | 44.1 mi | $1,580 | $-28 (-2%) |
| Jasper, AL | 44.9 mi | $1,250 | $-358 (-22%) |
| Adamsville, AL | 45 mi | $1,650 | +$42 (+3%) |
| Midfield, AL | 45.1 mi | $1,630 | +$22 (+1%) |
| Hoover, AL | 49 mi | $2,280 | +$672 (+42%) |
| Alabaster, AL | 50.3 mi | $2,010 | +$402 (+25%) |
| Forestdale, AL | 50.5 mi | $1,580 | $-28 (-2%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Tuscaloosa — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Tuscaloosa?
As of July 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is $1,608 per month. This is +12% higher than the citywide median of $1,433.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Tuscaloosa?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $64,320 ($5,360/month gross), which works out to roughly $30.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Tuscaloosa expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Tuscaloosa's 4+ bedroom median of $1,608 is +36% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 11th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Tuscaloosa rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 66 cities in Alabama with 4+ bedroom data, Tuscaloosa ranks #26 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Tuscaloosa?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Northport ($1,460), Mc Calla ($1,600), Bessemer ($1,590).