Median Age
58 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 22% of Residents
Under 20
14%
Over 65
36%
Orange Beach
Orange Beach, AL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,302
Population
24,110
Renter Mix
18% Rent
One of the Alabama Gulf Coast’s best beach towns
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Located off the Alabama Gulf Coast, Orange Beach is a bustling beach town. This scenic, laid-back town is filled with waterfront parks, beaches, trails, campgrounds, and more. Museums, amusement parks, and special events abound, making Orange Beach an engaging locale too. For some of Orange Beach’s best entertainment, head to the Wharf, a waterfront commercial hub with marinas, mini-golf, arcades, concerts, and more. For even more excitement, locals flock to Gulf Shores, another popular tourist city just west of Orange Beach. Orange Beach’s dining options range from award-winning waterfront restaurants to casual surf and turf spots. Along with its white sandy beaches, Orange Beach is known for being home to one of the world’s largest artificial reefs. If you’d rather stay on land, check out the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail - Rosemary Dunes Trailhead, where you might be able to spot an alligator. Perfect for any renter seeking a slice of relaxation, Orange Beach has modern apartments, luxury condos, and beach houses available for rent.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$89,388
Average: $110,910
Education
10,048
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
11,943
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Orange Beach has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
18%
Non-Renters
82%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
38%
Other Education
62%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Orange Beach, AL is $1,303 for one bedroom, $1,652 for two bedrooms, and $2,139 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Orange Beach has decreased by -5.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,303/month
848 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,380/month
842 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Orange Beach, AL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Orange Beach Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
628 Students
Orange Beach Middle/High School
Public
Grades 6-12
631 Students
Orange Beach Middle/High School
Public
Grades 6-12
631 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Gulf State Park
- Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
- Perdido Key State Park
- Biophilia Nature Center
Airports
- Pensacola International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.