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ZIP 36108

Pop. 14,766·Montgomery County·120th most expensive ZIP in Alabama
Median rent (all units)
$900/mo
Year-over-Year
-9.1%
Month-over-Month
-9.1%
vs US Median
-$1,065
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 36108 · $900
More affordable than 100% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$690
1 BR
$750
2 BR
$900
3 BR
$1,130
4 BR+
$1,430
Research median
$900/mo

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

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Last updated: April 19, 2026

Annual cost
$10,800/yr
At $900/mo median
Location
StateAL
CountyMontgomery County
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Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 9.1% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-9.1% YoY, -9.1% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 36108 (Montgomery, AL) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,766
Median income
$33,291
Median age
42.8
Renters
38.2%
Age distribution
22.9%
19.9%
19.3%
16%
21.9%
Under 1822.9%
18–3419.9%
35–5419.3%
55–6416%
65+21.9%
Gender
45%
55%
Male45%
Female55%
Race & ethnicity
82.9%
White11.4%
Black82.9%
Hispanic5.3%
Education (25+)
22.4%
38.9%
25.8%
12.9%
No HS diploma22.4%
HS diploma38.9%
Some college25.8%
Bachelor's+12.9%
Housing tenure
61.8%
38.2%
Owner61.8%
Renter38.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 36108 in Montgomery, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$25,028 → $33,291
up 33.0%
Population
15,588 → 14,766
down 5.3%
Renter share
39.5% → 38.2%
-1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
15.6% → 12.9%
-2.7 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $25,028 in 2021 to $33,291 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 15,588 to 14,766 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.3% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 15.6% to 12.9%.

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Last updated: April 19, 2026

ZIP code 36108 covers Montgomery, AL. The median rent here is $900/mo as of April 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $750/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $900/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($33,291/yr), ZIP 36108 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 9.1% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 36108?

As of April 19, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 36108 (Montgomery, AL) is $900. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 36108 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 36108's median rent of $900/mo is $1,065 (54%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 36108 compare to other ZIPs in Alabama?

ZIP 36108 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Alabama, ranking #120 out of 127 ZIPs at $900/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 36108?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $36,000/year (~$17/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $900/mo in ZIP 36108. The local median household income is $33,291/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 36108?

Rent in ZIP 36108 has decreased 9.1% over the past year as of April 19, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 36108 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 36108 is considered moderate for renters. At $900/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($33,291/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 36108 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 36108 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.2% of ZIP 36108 households are renters, while 61.8% are owner-occupied. ZIP 36108 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 36108 compare to the rest of Montgomery?

ZIP 36108 is more affordable than Montgomery overall. At $900/mo, it's $443 below the Montgomery citywide median of $1,343/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 36108 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 36108 reflects April 19, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $900/mo, rent takes ~32% of ZIP 36108's median household income ($33,291/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 36108 32%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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