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3946 Hwy 182 E,
Columbus, MS 39702
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Rental Market Trends in Columbus, MS
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Columbus, MS is $837/month.
Rent in Columbus is 50% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$837/month
Average Rent
603 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.6%
Change / Year
70
Available Apartments
Columbus rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Columbus average $675 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Columbus average $837 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Columbus average $938 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Columbus average $1,299 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Columbus, MS?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.6%, which averages out to $14 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Columbus, MS
September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
5%
Below $700/month
73%
$700 - $1,000/month
18%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
5%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
0%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Columbus?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Columbus MS is the most affordable neighborhood in Columbus.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Columbus?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Columbus MS is the most expensive neighborhood in Columbus.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Which Columbus neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Columbus with the most apartments available is Downtown Columbus MS .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Columbus, MS?
Because the average rent in Columbus is $837, you’ll want to make about $2,790 per month or $33,480 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Columbus, MS compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Columbus, MS to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Columbus Area GuideStudio
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One Bedroom
$826/month
$826/month
Two Bedroom
$895/month
$895/month
Three Bedroom
$1,002/month
$1,002/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Columbus?
The average rent in Columbus is $837 per month, which is 49.7% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Columbus?
The average rent for a house in Columbus, MS is $1,899 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Columbus?
Rents in Columbus, MS are increasing, with prices up 1.6% year-over-year and $14 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Columbus?
In Columbus, MS, 73% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.