Apartments for rent in Pelham, AL

Pelham is a small city in Alabama with approximately 22,000 residents. The city's residents, at an average age of just under 37, skew younger than most cities in Alabama. Renters tend to be in the minority in the city, and 80% of residents own their homes. The average rent for Pelham is $244 a month more than the state average.

Pelham residents have a plethora of industries from which to choose. The four most common are retail, healthcare, entertainment, and finance. Together, these industries make up 24% of the workforce in the city. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many workers in these industries are in sales, as 11% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any career path. With an average annual income of around $86K, Pelham workers earn more than the average Alabama resident. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345). Compared to the national average (7%), Pelham has a relatively large concentration of residents older than 25 with advanced degrees, as 8% possess a Master's degree or a Doctorate. Further, 17% possess a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.

Pelham residents have an average commute of about 29 minutes. Many residents (51%) drive to work, while public transportation isn't extensively used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.