Apartments for rent in Helena, AL

Helena, a small city in Alabama, has a population of slightly less than 19,000. With an average age of just under 36, the city's residents are decidedly younger than most cities in Alabama. Only 8% of residents rent in Helena, as most own their homes. The average rent for Helena is $382 a month more than the state average.

With an average commute time of about 34 minutes, slower than most cities in Alabama, Helena residents have found that it takes some patience getting to work. Many residents (50%) commute to work by car or truck, while public transit isn't used extensively. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

Compared to the national average (21%), Helena has a high number of residents older than 25 with a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree (31%). There are three primary industries in Helena: healthcare, retail, and finance. Combined, these industries account for 22% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, 11% of residents work in sales, which ranks as the top field in the city. Helena workers earn an average annual income of about $89,000, more than the Alabama average. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).