Last updated on July 11, 2026

Average rent in
Hattiesburg, MS

Key takeaways for renters

  • The bottom line

    Hattiesburg, MS rent slipped 4.5% year over year, with a current median of $950/month. Renters today are paying $29 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially unchanged.

  • Vs. national rents

    Hattiesburg rent is 51.3% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, with a city median of $950/month. This positions Hattiesburg as a more accessible market for renters seeking value.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Hattiesburg run at a median of $2,400/month, 1-bedrooms at $740/month, 2-bedrooms at $950/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,450/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,648/month. Houses rent for $1,450/month and apartments for $910/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    East Jerusalem rents rose 109.5% year over year to $1,100/month, contrasting with the citywide decline of 4.5%. Meanwhile, Jamestown Lincoln and University Heights saw rents fall 69.5% and 57.1%, respectively, showing wide neighborhood variation in Hattiesburg.

Median rent

Median rent in Hattiesburg

$950/mo

decreased by5%

vs previous year

The average rent in Hattiesburg is $950 per month as of July 2026. This is 51% below the national average rent, or $1,000 less per month.

$0.98

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Hattiesburg

95

for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Hattiesburg rentals at each price point

70%53%35%18%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Hattiesburg, MS

Average rent prices in Hattiesburg have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Hattiesburg, MS

Rent prices in Hattiesburg vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Hattiesburg is $910, whereas a house costs $1,450. 1-bedroom apartments in Hattiesburg run $740 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $950.

Listings

Studio

$2,400

13%

272%

1 bedroom

$740

1%

9%

2 bedroom

$950

3%

4%

3 bedroom

$1,450

3%

18%

4 bedroom

$2,647

5%

13%

Studio

Average rent

$2,400

Last 30 days

13%

Last year

272%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$740

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

9%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$950

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

4%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,450

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

18%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,647

Last 30 days

5%

Last year

13%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Hattiesburg, MS, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Hattiesburg, MS compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Hattiesburg and Abita Springs by all bedroom counts and property types.

Hattiesburg

Median rent price$950
decreased by51%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,860
decreased by5%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Hattiesburg, MS is 49% lower than the median rent in Abita Springs, LA.

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$1,200

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Cost of living in Hattiesburg, MS

Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.

Expenses
accrued by most renters
Average cost
compared to national average
Goods & Services7% lower
Groceries4% lower
Health4% higher
Housing21% lower
Transportation10% lower
Utilities5% lower

Discover rentals in Hattiesburg, MS

4010 O'Ferral, Unit N/A - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

7.1

Very good

4010 O'Ferral, Unit N/A

4010 Oferral St, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

1 bed

0 baths

$449

Condo for rent

Available Jul 11

101 Lexington Dr - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8

Very good

101 Lexington Dr

101 Lexington Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

2 beds

1 bath

$700

Apartment for rent

404 N 40Th Ave - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.8

Very good

404 N 40Th Ave

404 N 40th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401

2 beds

1 bath

$750

Apartment for rent

49 Hillcrest Dr - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

49 Hillcrest Dr

49 Hillcrest Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

2 beds

1 bath

$800

Apartment for rent

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Frequently asked questions for Hattiesburg, MS

Quick answers to common questions about the Hattiesburg rental market.

How much is rent in Hattiesburg?

The average rent in Hattiesburg is $950 per month as of July 4, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Hattiesburg?

Average rent prices in Hattiesburg have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.

How does Hattiesburg rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Hattiesburg is 51% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,000 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Hattiesburg?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Hattiesburg are North Main Historic ($820/mo), The Oaks ($850/mo), and Grace Avenue Northhills Drive ($875/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Hattiesburg?

To comfortably afford rent in Hattiesburg, you'd need to earn approximately $38,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Hattiesburg?

Hattiesburg's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $800 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $960 monthly. These figures represent the current market conditions across the city's rental inventory.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).

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Houses for rent in Downtown Hattiesburg

148 Morrell Cir, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
19 Morrell Cir, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
6264 US Route 49, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA
The University of Southern Mississippi, 111 North 33rd Avenue, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA
103 Presley Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA
119 Grovewood Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
102 Brookwood Pl, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
104 Comanche Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
110 Grovewood Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
119 N 35th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA
120 S 10th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA
214 Lakewood Drive, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
302 N 20th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA
311 S 10th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA
416 N 19th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA
62 Sharmont Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
20 Martha Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
5063 W 4th St, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
9 Bramblett Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
112 Dearborne St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA