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Rental GuideTuscaloosa, AL

Tuscaloosa rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 263 apartments for rent in Tuscaloosa, with a median rent price of $1,465 per month. Tuscaloosa has seen a 14%—or $220—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,465

Year Over Year Change

14%

$220

Rentals available, last 30 days

263

Rent ranges for Tuscaloosa apartments
$3,001 - $3,001
10%
$2,251 - $3,000
9%
$1,501 - $2,250
26%
$751 - $1,500
48%
$0 - $750
6%

How has rent in Tuscaloosa, AL changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Tuscaloosa, AL, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,465, which is a 13.56% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Tuscaloosa, AL is about $997. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Tuscaloosa, AL is $1,250, and studios are about $962 per month.

See more Tuscaloosa, AL rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Tuscaloosa, AL?

36

schools

19,377

students

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Taylorville Primary School

350 bobby miller pkwy

tuscaloosa, AL, 35405

PK, K-2Public
B+

Englewood Elementary School

10300 old greensboro rd

tuscaloosa, AL, 35405

3-5Public
B-

Holt Elementary School

1001 crescent ridge rd

tuscaloosa, AL, 35404

PK, K-5Public
C+

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Who lives in Tuscaloosa, AL?

Gender

48% Male
52% Female

Age Range

0-19

27%

20-34

28%

35-44

10%

45-64

19%

65+

13%

Language

English

93%

Spanish

2%

Indo Euro

1%

Asia Pac

1%

Other

0%

Education

No HS

9%

High School

45%

Bachelor's

28%

Master's

10%

Prof Degree

2%

Doctorate

3%

What is the household breakdown in Tuscaloosa, AL?

Families

33% Families
67% Single

Property

52% Renters
48% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

30%

25-50k

23%

50-75k

15%

75-100k

8%

100-150k

12%

150k+

9%

How do residents get around Tuscaloosa, AL?

Tuscaloosa locals spend about 19 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Tuscaloosa is through Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 183.88 miles away.

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Scores for Tuscaloosa are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Tuscaloosa, AL?

The overall cost of living in Tuscaloosa, AL is 9% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Tuscaloosa you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.05 per carton, and milk $4.61. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $118.08 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

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Goods & Services

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

5% lower

CATEGORY

Groceries

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

2% lower

CATEGORY

Utilities

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

12% higher

CATEGORY

Transportation

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

9% lower

CATEGORY

Health

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

22% lower

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Ridge View Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
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2d ago

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Ridge View Apartments

5100 5100 36th East Avenue, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$799–$1,099

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Sun Valley Apartments

5140 36th Ave E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat

2 beds

2 baths

$1,049

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5d+ ago

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Valley Square Apartments

1105 Skyland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat

1 bed

1 bath

$849

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