Bedroom count
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Last updated on May 25, 2026
Average rent in
Hattiesburg, MS
Average rent in
Last updated on May 25, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Hattiesburg rent stands today
Hattiesburg, MS rent rose 2.9% year over year, with a current median of $997/month. Renters today are paying $266 more per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially unchanged.
Compared to national trends
Hattiesburg sits 48.9% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a lower-cost rental market with 93 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Hattiesburg run around $2,400/month, 1-bedrooms around $740/month, 2-bedrooms around $995/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,498/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,572/month, while apartments sit at $916/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Jamestown Lincoln rents fell 44.4% year over year to $946/month across 23 rentals, and Parkhaven dropped 39.4% to $1,000/month. These declines contrast with the citywide 2.9% rise, showing localized softness in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Hattiesburg
$997/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Hattiesburg is $997 per month as of May 2026. This is 49% below the national average rent, or $953 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Hattiesburg
93
for rent on Zumper.com as of May 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Hattiesburg rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Hattiesburg, MS
Average rent prices in Hattiesburg have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% 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 $916, whereas a house costs $1,572. 1-bedroom apartments in Hattiesburg run $750 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $999.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,400 |  1% | 319% | |
1 bedroom | $740 | 1% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $995 | 3% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,595 | 11% | 60% | |
4 bedroom | $2,497 | 22% | 30% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Grace Avenue Northhills Drive | $950 | |
Kamper Avenues | $900 | |
Mobile Bouie | $849 | |
North Main Historic | $850 | |
Palmers Crossing | $849 | |
Parkhaven | $1,000 | |
The Heights Avenues | $899 | |
The Highlands | $999 | |
The Oaks | $1,200 | |
University Heights | $912 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $916 | 8% | No Change | |
Condos | $950 | 44% | - | |
Houses | $1,572 | 11% | 5% |
Studio
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
319%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$740
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
60%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,497
Last 30 days
22%
Last year
30%
North Main Historic
Average rent
$850
The Highlands
Average rent
$999
Kamper Avenues
Average rent
$900
University Heights
Average rent
$912
The Oaks
Average rent
$1,200
Grace Avenue Northhills Drive
Average rent
$950
Parkhaven
Average rent
$1,000
The Heights Avenues
Average rent
$899
Palmers Crossing
Average rent
$849
Mobile Bouie
Average rent
$849
Apartments
Average rent
$916
Last 30 days
8%
Condos
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
44%
Houses
Average rent
$1,572
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
5%
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
49%lower than the national median
30%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Hattiesburg, MS is 27% lower than the median rent in Abita Springs, LA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,370
25%$1,050
26%$1,100
24%$1,695
4%$1,060
$1,690
76%$1,650
10%$1,100
3%$995
17%$1,650
8%$975
$1,895
30%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 & Services | 8% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 4% higher |
| Housing | 24% lower |
| Transportation | 7% lower |
| Utilities | 7% lower |
Discover rentals in Hattiesburg, MS
5d+ ago
4010 Oferral St, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1 bed
0 baths
$449
Condo for rent
Available May 25
4d ago
22 Central School Rd, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$700–$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
101 Lexington Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3500 Hardy St, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1–2 beds
1 bath
$785–$925
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
63 Sullivan Kilrain Rd #87, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
3 beds
2 baths
$80,999
House for rent
3d ago
Parkhaven house for rent in Hattiesburg
313 S 22nd Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
4 beds
2 baths
$3,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hattiesburg
238 W Canebrake Blvd, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,495
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hattiesburg
22 Montrose Ct, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
House for rent
2d ago
Verified
100 Breckenridge Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,300–$1,885
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
63 Sullivan Kilrain Rd #87, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
3 beds
2 baths
$80,999
House for rent
16h ago
2820 Lincoln Rd, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$705–$1,100
Apartment for rent
1d ago
22 Campbell Scenic Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,043–$1,919
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 15
2d ago
Verified
100 Breckenridge Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,300–$1,885
Apartment for rent
3d ago
801 N 28th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
3d ago
101 Nuggett Ct, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
2 beds
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
700 N 28th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
1 bed
1 bath
$710
Apartment for rent
1d ago
22 Campbell Scenic Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,043–$1,919
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 15
1d ago
3 Courtland Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,195–$1,395
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3317 W 4th St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
1–2 beds
1 bath
$820–$995
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3500 Hardy St, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1–2 beds
1 bath
$785–$925
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 $997 per month as of May 23, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Hattiesburg?
Average rent prices in Hattiesburg have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Hattiesburg rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Hattiesburg is 49% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $953 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Hattiesburg?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Hattiesburg are Palmers Crossing ($849/mo), Mobile Bouie ($849/mo), and North Main Historic ($850/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Hattiesburg?
To comfortably afford rent in Hattiesburg, you'd need to earn approximately $40,000/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).