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Last updated on October 10, 2026
Average rent in
Hattiesburg, MS
Average rent in
Last updated on October 10, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Hattiesburg rent stands today
Hattiesburg, MS rent slipped 4.7% year over year, with a current median of $1,000/month. Renters today are paying $11 less per month on average than last year, despite a 2.5% rise month over month as rents recover from last year's trough.
Compared to national trends
Hattiesburg sits 47.4% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it one of the more accessible markets for renters seeking value in the Southeast with 120 total rentals available. The $1,900/month national median anchors this comparison.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Hattiesburg run around $1,195/month, 1-bedrooms around $740/month, 2-bedrooms around $950/month, 3-bedrooms around $1,564/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $2,100/month. The bedroom-tier rents show a wide range reflecting diverse renter needs.
Neighborhood spotlight
East Jerusalem rents rose 52.2% year over year to $875/month across 21 rentals, contrasting with declines in University Heights (-40.7% to $1,008/month) and Jamestown Lincoln (-39.4% to $1,060/month). The citywide market is down 4.7%, so these neighborhood moves show localized shifts.
Median rent
Median rent in Hattiesburg
$1,000/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Hattiesburg is $1,000 per month as of October 2026. This is 47% below the national average rent, or $900 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Hattiesburg
120
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Hattiesburg rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Hattiesburg, MS
Average rent prices in Hattiesburg have increased by 3% 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 $900, whereas a house costs $1,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Hattiesburg run $740 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $950.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,195 | 5% |  129% | |
1 bedroom | $740 | 1% | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $950 | No Change | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $1,564 | 3% | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $2,100 | 10% | 6% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Grace Avenue Northhills Drive | $999 | |
Jamestown Lincoln | $1,330 | |
Kamper Avenues | $825 | |
North Main Historic | $1,000 | |
Parkhaven | $877 | |
The Heights Avenues | $1,330 | |
The Highlands | $875 | |
The Oaks | $1,032 | |
Timberton | $1,600 | |
University Heights | $995 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $900 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $850 | 33% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,600 | 5% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,195
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
129%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$740
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,564
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
6%
The Highlands
Average rent
$875
University Heights
Average rent
$995
Kamper Avenues
Average rent
$825
Parkhaven
Average rent
$877
North Main Historic
Average rent
$1,000
The Heights Avenues
Average rent
$1,330
The Oaks
Average rent
$1,032
Jamestown Lincoln
Average rent
$1,330
Grace Avenue Northhills Drive
Average rent
$999
Timberton
Average rent
$1,600
Apartments
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
4%
Condos
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
33%
Houses
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
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
47%lower than the national median
9%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Hattiesburg, MS is 42% lower than the median rent in Abita Springs, LA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,850
25%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 | 5% lower |
| Health | 1% higher |
| Housing | 21% lower |
| Transportation | 9% lower |
| Utilities | 4% lower |
Discover rentals in Hattiesburg, MS
3d ago
4010 Oferral St, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1 bed
0 baths
$449
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Oct 10
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Hattiesburg
822 Edwards St #1, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
1 bed
1 bath
$450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 10
4d ago
101 Lexington Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
2 beds
1 bath
$725–$800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Baggett Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$8,125
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4 beds
3 baths
$6,992
Price dropped $447Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hattiesburg
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hattiesburg
49 Canebrake Blvd, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
5 beds
3 baths
$3,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
4d ago
Verified
520 N 38th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
1–2 beds
1 bath
$974–$1,149
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
100 Breckenridge Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,361–$1,885
Price droppedAdditional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
63 Sullivan Kilrain Rd #7, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
2 beds
1 bath
$1,049
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
Oakcrest Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
520 N 38th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
1–2 beds
1 bath
$974–$1,149
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
63 Sullivan Kilrain Rd #7, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
2 beds
1 bath
$1,049
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
801 N 28th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
211 Chevy Chase Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
2 beds
2 baths
$995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
100 Breckenridge Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,361–$1,885
Price droppedAdditional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Oakcrest Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
3807 Newhaven Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
2 beds
1 bath
$910
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hattiesburg
4 beds
4 baths
$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House 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 $1,000 per month as of October 10, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Hattiesburg?
Average rent prices in Hattiesburg have increased by 3% 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 47% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $900 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Hattiesburg?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Hattiesburg are Kamper Avenues ($825/mo), The Highlands ($875/mo), and Parkhaven ($877/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?
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).