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Wetumpka

Pop. 7,437·28th most expensive in Alabama·Rental market data updated monthly for Wetumpka, AL
Median rent (all units)
$1,633/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+4.5%
vs US Median
-$332
Rising (Monthly)
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Wetumpka · $1,633
More affordable than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
34% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,633/mo, rent takes about 34% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$65,000/yr
Local median income
$57,763/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Wetumpka's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$800
1 BR
$830
2 BR
$990
3 BR
$1,260
4 BR+
$1,580
Research median
$990/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,596/yr
At $1,633/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +4.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Wetumpka, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,437
Median income
$57,763
Median age
36.1
Renters
37.6%
Age distribution
21.1%
25.1%
30%
15.2%
Under 1821.1%
18–3425.1%
35–5430%
55–648.5%
65+15.2%
Gender
45.6%
54.4%
Male45.6%
Female54.4%
Race & ethnicity
63.4%
32.1%
White63.4%
Black32.1%
Hispanic1%
Asian1.1%
Other2.4%
Education (25+)
12.3%
30.7%
29.8%
27.2%
No HS diploma12.3%
HS diploma30.7%
Some college29.8%
Bachelor's+27.2%
Housing tenure
62.4%
37.6%
Owner62.4%
Renter37.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Wetumpka, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$49,146 → $57,763
up 17.5%
Population
7,025 → 7,437
up 5.9%
Renter share
45.4% → 37.6%
-7.8 pts
Bachelor's+
20.4% → 27.2%
+6.8 pts
Median age
31.8 → 36.1
+4.3 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Wetumpka, AL now reports about $57,763, up from $49,146 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 7,025 to 7,437 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.9% change. About 37.6% of households rent today, against 45.4% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 20.4% to 27.2%.

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At $1,633/mo, how Wetumpka rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Wetumpka rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Wetumpka, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Wetumpka is $1,633/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $800/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $990/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $830/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,260/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($57,763/yr), Wetumpka ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Wetumpka an affordable city for renters?

Wetumpka is considered moderate for renters. At $1,633/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($57,763/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Wetumpka slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Wetumpka?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,633/mo in Wetumpka. The local median household income is $57,763/yr, meaning the typical Wetumpka household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Wetumpka?

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

How does Wetumpka rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Wetumpka is middle-of-the-pack for Alabama for rent, ranking #28 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,633/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Wetumpka?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Wetumpka ($1,633/mo): Montgomery ($1,343/mo), Clanton ($1,402/mo), Millbrook ($1,427/mo).

What percentage of Wetumpka residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.6% of Wetumpka households are renters, while 62.4% are owner-occupied. Wetumpka leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Wetumpka rent compare to the national average?

Wetumpka's median rent of $1,633/mo is $332 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Alabama, it ranks #28 out of 70 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $1,633/mo, rent takes ~34% of Wetumpka's median household income ($57,763/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Wetumpka 34%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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