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Average Rent in Dallas County, AL↓ Rents falling 10.0% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 37,536

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Dallas County, AL has rental prices ranging from $589/month to $1,094/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $625/month — 55% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $36,810/year, spending $625/month on a 1-bedroom represents 20% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Dallas County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $821/month, Dallas County ranks #25 most expensive of the 58 cities tracked in Alabama — more affordable than 97% of all US cities in our data.

The Dallas County Rental Market

The Dallas County, AL area has a population of about 37,536 and 39% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs above the US average of ~34%, pointing to a competitive rental market where vacancies clear quickly and rents are less negotiable.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Dallas County, AL have fallen by $91/month (10.0%) over the past year, from $912 to $821. This rate of decrease is significant and reflects softening demand or increased inventory in the local market.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Dallas County, AL without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $25,000. The local median household income of $36,810 exceeds that threshold by $11,810, making Dallas County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Dallas County, AL has an unemployment rate of 5.7%, 1.8 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$589
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$625
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$821
↓10.0% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,065
Average
4 Bedrooms
$1,094
Average
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Is Dallas County, AL Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$32,840/year
Local median income: $36,810
To buy a median home
—/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $821/month and 20% down on a — home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in ALlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome 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—

Rent or Buy in Dallas County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Dallas County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$821/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $821/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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