How much does it cost to rent in Brandon, MS?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Brandon, MS is $1,857. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Brandon cheaper than other Mississippi cities?

Brandon is one of the pricier cities in Mississippi, ranking #5 out of 28 cities tracked at $1,857/mo.

When was Brandon rent data last updated?

Brandon 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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Brandon

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Pop. 25,542·5th most expensive in Mississippi·Brandon rents are up 6.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,857/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.4%

Month-over-Month

+2.1%

vs US Median

-$108

Rising (Monthly)

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Brandon · $1,857

More expensive than 50% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

48/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Brandon's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,857/mo

Expected by trend

$1,838/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Brandon's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,310

1 BR

$1,315

2 BR

$1,545

3 BR

$1,860

4 BR+

$2,045

Research median

$1,545/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

$22,284/yr

At $1,857/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.4% YoY, +2.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Brandon, MS is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 41.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

25,542

Median income

$92,783

Median age

40.6

Renters

21.7%

Age distribution

25.2%

18.9%

27.2%

17.6%

Under 1825.2%

18–3418.9%

35–5427.2%

55–6411%

65+17.6%

Gender

46.9%

53.1%

Male46.9%

Female53.1%

Race & ethnicity

69.5%

27.1%

White69.5%

Black27.1%

Hispanic1.7%

Other1.3%

Education (25+)

17.1%

38%

41.3%

No HS diploma3.6%

HS diploma17.1%

Some college38%

Bachelor's+41.3%

Housing tenure

78.3%

21.7%

Owner78.3%

Renter21.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Brandon, MS has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,355 → $1,857

up 37.0%

Income

$85,911 → $92,783

up 8.0%

Population

24,887 → 25,542

up 2.6%

Renter share

16.9% → 21.7%

+4.8 pts

Bachelor's+

42.8% → 41.3%

-1.5 pts

Median age

41.7 → 40.6

-1.1 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Brandon, MS has climbed from $1,355 to $1,857, a 37.0% change over five years. Census figures show median household income at $92,783 today, compared with $85,911 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 2.6% since 2021, moving from about 24,887 residents to roughly 25,542. Renters now make up 21.7% of households, compared with 16.9% five years ago. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Brandon on your salary?

At $1,857/mo, how Brandon rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $76,529/yr · Rent = 29.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $54,335/yr · Rent = 41% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $62,589/yr · Rent = 35.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $111,869/yr · Rent = 19.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $142,941/yr · Rent = 15.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $50,876/yr · Rent = 43.8% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $45,935/yr · Rent = 48.5% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $56,619/yr · Rent = 39.4% income

stretched

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Brandon rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Brandon

About renting in Brandon, MS

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Brandon is $1,857/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,310/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,545/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,315/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,860/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($92,783/yr), Brandon ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Brandon an affordable city for renters?

Brandon is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,857/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($92,783/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Brandon falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Brandon?

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 $1,857/mo in Brandon. The local median household income is $92,783/yr, meaning the typical Brandon household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Brandon?

Rent in Brandon has increased 6.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Brandon neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Brandon are 39042 ($1,766/mo), and 39047 ($1,903/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Brandon is $1,857/mo.

How does Brandon rent compare to other cities in Mississippi?

Brandon is one of the pricier cities in Mississippi for rent, ranking #5 out of 28 tracked cities at $1,857/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Brandon?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Brandon ($1,857/mo): Jackson ($1,270/mo), Ridgeland ($1,451/mo), Pearl ($1,487/mo).

What percentage of Brandon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.7% of Brandon households are renters, while 78.3% are owner-occupied. Brandon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Brandon rent compare to the national average?

Brandon's median rent of $1,857/mo is $108 (5%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Mississippi, it ranks #5 out of 28 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,857/mo, rent takes ~24% of Brandon's median household income ($92,783/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Brandon 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.7%

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