Bedroom count
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Last updated on August 26, 2026
Average rent in
Hattiesburg, MS
Average rent in
Last updated on August 26, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Hattiesburg, MS rent slipped 8.2% year over year to a current median of $950/month. Rent has declined from the peak of $1,049/month in October 2025, showing a continued cooling trend in the market.
Compared to national trends
Hattiesburg is 50.6% more affordable than the $1,925/month national median, providing strong value for renters despite a small total rental inventory of 97 units.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $1,175/month, 1-bedrooms for $740/month, and 2-bedrooms for $950/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,650/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,450/month, offering a broad selection by bedroom count.
Neighborhood spotlight
Mobile Bouie rents rose 104.6% year over year to $1,279/month across 11 rentals, contrasting with University Heights where rents fell 55.1% to $887/month. These shifts show significant local variation amid the citywide decline.
Median rent
Median rent in Hattiesburg
$950/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Hattiesburg is $950 per month as of August 2026. This is 51% below the national average rent, or $975 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Hattiesburg
97
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Hattiesburg rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Hattiesburg, MS
Average rent prices in Hattiesburg have decreased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 8% 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 $897, whereas a house costs $1,685. 1-bedroom apartments in Hattiesburg run $740 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $950.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,175 |  4% | 120% | |
1 bedroom | $740 | 3% | 9% | |
2 bedroom | $950 | 2% | 10% | |
3 bedroom | $1,650 | 6% | 15% | |
4 bedroom | $2,450 | 36% | 25% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Jamestown Lincoln | $972 | |
Kamper Avenues | $950 | |
Mobile Bouie | $1,279 | |
North Main Historic | $938 | |
Parkhaven | $1,053 | |
The Heights Avenues | $950 | |
The Highlands | $875 | |
The Oaks | $1,200 | |
Timberton | $950 | |
University Heights | $887 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $897 | 5% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,000 | 45% | 52% | |
Houses | $1,685 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,175
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
120%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$740
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
9%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
10%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
15%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,450
Last 30 days
36%
Last year
25%
The Highlands
Average rent
$875
University Heights
Average rent
$887
Jamestown Lincoln
Average rent
$972
North Main Historic
Average rent
$938
The Heights Avenues
Average rent
$950
Kamper Avenues
Average rent
$950
Parkhaven
Average rent
$1,053
The Oaks
Average rent
$1,200
Mobile Bouie
Average rent
$1,279
Timberton
Average rent
$950
Apartments
Average rent
$897
Last 30 days
5%
Condos
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
45%
Last year
52%
Houses
Average rent
$1,685
Last 30 days
1%
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
51%lower than the national median
1%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Hattiesburg, MS is 51% lower than the median rent in Abita Springs, LA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,950
18%$1,169
21%$1,100
7%$1,693
8%$1,179
1%$925
13%$1,200
3%$1,392
46%$995
23%$1,600
38%$995
$1,725
37%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 | 7% lower |
| Groceries | 4% lower |
| Health | 4% higher |
| Housing | 21% lower |
| Transportation | 10% lower |
| Utilities | 5% lower |
Discover rentals in Hattiesburg, MS
1d ago
4010 Oferral St, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1 bed
0 baths
$449
Condo for rent
Available Aug 26
5d+ ago
404 N 40th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
4d ago
3500 Hardy St, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1–2 beds
1 bath
$785–$940
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Kamper - Avenues apartment for rent in Hattiesburg
506 S 18th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
2 beds
1 bath
$785
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$8,142
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$7,935
$7,729
Price drop
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
4 beds
3 baths
$7,746
$7,188
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hattiesburg
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,000
House for rent
1d ago
Verified
520 N 38th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
1–2 beds
1 bath
$939–$1,149
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Verified
100 Breckenridge Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,292–$1,937
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
63 Sullivan Kilrain Rd #76, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
3 beds
2 baths
$1,125
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
63 Sullivan Kilrain Rd #27, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
3 beds
2 baths
$1,329
House for rent
12h ago
Verified
4 beds
3 baths
$7,746
$7,188
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
520 N 38th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
1–2 beds
1 bath
$939–$1,149
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Verified
100 Breckenridge Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,292–$1,937
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$7,935
$7,729
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
100 Breckenridge Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
3 beds
2 baths
$1,561–$1,795
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
63 Sullivan Kilrain Rd #27, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
3 beds
2 baths
$1,329
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
63 Sullivan Kilrain Rd #5, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
3 beds
2 baths
$1,249
House for rent
1d ago
3414 W 7th St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
3 beds
2 baths
$1,249
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 August 22, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Hattiesburg?
Average rent prices in Hattiesburg have decreased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 8% 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 $975 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Hattiesburg?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Hattiesburg are The Highlands ($875/mo), University Heights ($887/mo), and North Main Historic ($938/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?
April and December offer the best timing for apartment hunting in Hattiesburg, with April seeing the lowest rents and December representing the least competitive period with lower demand.
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).