Average Rent in Chambers County, AL↓ Rents falling 7.4% YoY
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 34,450
Market Overview
Chambers County, AL has rental prices ranging from $733/month to $1,322/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $760/month — 46% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $49,295/year, spending $760/month on a 1-bedroom represents 19% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Chambers County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $997/month, Chambers County ranks #11 most expensive of the 58 cities tracked in Alabama — pricier than 64% of all US cities in our data.
The Chambers County Rental Market
The Chambers County, AL area has a population of about 34,450 and 29% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Chambers County, AL have fallen by $80/month (7.4%) over the past year, from $1,077 to $997. This slight decline is consistent with broader market corrections seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Chambers County, AL without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $30,400. The local median household income of $49,295 exceeds that threshold by $18,895, making Chambers County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Chambers County, AL has an unemployment rate of 3.0%, 0.9 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is Chambers County, AL Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in ALlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | $998 | $1,144 | $1,267 | $1,583 | — |
| Huntsville | $928 | $1,071 | $1,248 | $1,609 | — |
| Washington County | $810 | $908 | $1,092 | $1,435 | — |
| Mobile | $812 | $908 | $1,094 | $1,441 | — |
| Montgomery | $848 | $888 | $1,055 | $1,345 | — |
| Columbus | $883 | $937 | $1,108 | $1,463 | — |
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