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Rental Market Trends in Hoover, AL
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Hoover, AL is $1,081/month.
Rent in Hoover is 35% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,081/month
Average Rent
825 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.8%
Change / Year
2,345
Available Apartments
Hoover rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Hoover average $673 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Hoover average $1,081 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Hoover average $1,275 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Hoover average $1,500 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Hoover, AL?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.8%, which averages out to $20 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Hoover, AL
July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
4%
$700 - $1,000/month
85%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
7%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
4%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Hoover?
Based on current rent prices, Hoover/Vestavia Hills is the most affordable neighborhood in Hoover.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Hoover?
Based on current rent prices, Hoover/Vestavia Hills is the most expensive neighborhood in Hoover.
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Which Hoover neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Hoover with the most apartments available is Hoover/Vestavia Hills .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Hoover, AL?
Because the average rent in Hoover is $1,081, you’ll want to make about $3,603 per month or $43,236 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 Hoover, AL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Hoover, AL 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 Hoover Area GuideStudio
$797/month
$797/month
One Bedroom
$1,104/month
$1,104/month
Two Bedroom
$1,296/month
$1,296/month
Three Bedroom
$1,536/month
$1,536/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Hoover?
The average rent in Hoover is $1,081 per month, which is 35.0% lower than the national average of $1,662.
What is the average rent for a house in Hoover?
The average rent for a house in Hoover, AL is $2,085 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Hoover?
The average rent for a townhome in Hoover, AL is $1,993 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Hoover?
Rents in Hoover, AL are increasing, with prices up 1.8% year-over-year and $20 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Hoover?
In Hoover, AL, 85% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/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 June 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.