Average Rent in Mobile, AL
What is the average rent in Mobile, AL?
The average listed apartment rent in Mobile, AL is $1,281 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 296 priced apartments in 20 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 1, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
20 apartment buildings, 296 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Mobile, ALCheapest
$725/mo
St. Charles Apartments
Properties
20
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Units
296
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Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Mobile, AL Rent Prices
All 20 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
St. Charles Apartments
963 Government St, Mobile, AL 36604, USA
The Estates At Lafayette Square
900 Downtowner Blvd, Mobile, AL 36609, USA
Yester Oaks
146 Yester Oaks Dr, Mobile, AL 36608, USA
701 South
701 S University Blvd, Mobile, AL 36609, USA
The Flats at Midtown
2656 Pathway Pl, Mobile, AL 36606, USA
Crossings At Pinebrook
3800 Michael Blvd, Mobile, AL 36609, USA
Bay Oaks Apartments
851 Augusta St, Mobile, AL 36604, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. Charles Apartments 963 Government St, Mobile, AL 36604, USA | $725 | $974 | $1.09/ft² | 4.4 (10) | 6 |
| 2 | The Estates At Lafayette Square 900 Downtowner Blvd, Mobile, AL 36609, USA | $767 | $1,015 | $0.98/ft² | 4.1 (125) | 48 |
| 3 | Yester Oaks 146 Yester Oaks Dr, Mobile, AL 36608, USA | $767 | $1,132 | $1.12/ft² | 3.9 (268) | 45 |
| 4 | 701 South 701 S University Blvd, Mobile, AL 36609, USA | $846 | $990 | $1.38/ft² | 4 (158) | 9 |
| 5 | The Flats at Midtown 2656 Pathway Pl, Mobile, AL 36606, USA | $855 | $1,135 | $1.32/ft² | 4 (127) | 10 |
| 6 | Crossings At Pinebrook 3800 Michael Blvd, Mobile, AL 36609, USA | $860 | $962 | $1.07/ft² | 3.1 (218) | 47 |
| 7 | Bay Oaks Apartments 851 Augusta St, Mobile, AL 36604, USA | $900 | $1,060 | $1.18/ft² | 3.4 (56) | 5 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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St. Charles Apartments
4.4 (10)963 Government St, Mobile, AL 36604, USA
The Estates At Lafayette Square
4.1 (125)900 Downtowner Blvd, Mobile, AL 36609, USA
Yester Oaks
3.9 (268)146 Yester Oaks Dr, Mobile, AL 36608, USA
701 South
4 (158)701 S University Blvd, Mobile, AL 36609, USA
The Flats at Midtown
4 (127)2656 Pathway Pl, Mobile, AL 36606, USA
Crossings At Pinebrook
3.1 (218)3800 Michael Blvd, Mobile, AL 36609, USA
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Mobile, AL neighborhoods
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Mobile, AL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Mobile, AL is $1,281 per month, based on 296 units across 20 apartment communities. Prices range from $725 at St. Charles Apartments to $3,195 at Stonewall Place Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $909/mo | $725/mo | 21 |
| 1 Bed | $1,157/mo | $767/mo | 104 |
| 2 Bed | $1,355/mo | $803/mo | 124 |
| 3 Bed | $1,518/mo | $1,095/mo | 42 |
| 4 Bed | $2,570/mo | $1,945/mo | 2 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Mobile, AL, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Mobile, AL averages $1,157/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,355/mo. At the local median household income of $51,090, that works out to 30% of gross income, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Mobile, AL at $1,029/mo. The current tracked market average runs 24% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Mobile, AL while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Mobile, AL?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$51,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,281/mo.
Comfortable income
$61,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($725/mo), you need to earn at least $29,000/year.
Median household income in Mobile, AL is $51,090 , about 17% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Mobile, AL
Overall prices in Mobile, AL runs below the national average by about 11% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 88.7, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Mobile, AL's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,281 |
| Utilities | $264 |
| Groceries | $511 |
| Transportation | $628 |
| Healthcare | $306 |
| Other goods and services | $490 |
| Estimated total | $3,480/mo |
Population
185,097
Median household income
$51,090
Census median rent
$1,029/mo
Census rent burden
32.3%
Median age
37.7
Mean commute
23 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Alabama
How Mobile, AL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Mobile, AL | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn, AL | $1,661 | +30% | -2.8% | 26 |
| Birmingham, AL | $1,528 | +19% | 0% | 19 |
| Madison, AL | $1,257 | -2% | -5.1% | 19 |
| Montgomery, AL | $1,313 | +2% | -3.4% | 18 |
| Hoover, AL | $1,765 | +38% | +20.8% | 14 |
| Decatur, AL | $922 | -28% | -5.5% | 13 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Mobile, AL?
The average listed apartment rent in Mobile, AL is $1,281 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 296 priced apartments in 20 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Mobile, AL?
The median asking rent in Mobile, AL is $1,148 per month, computed from 296 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,281/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Mobile, AL?
The lowest available rent in Mobile, AL starts at $725 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Mobile, AL?
1-bedroom apartments in Mobile, AL average $1,157/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $767/mo across 104 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Mobile, AL?
2-bedroom apartments in Mobile, AL average $1,355/mo. Units start from $803/mo across 124 units currently listed.
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