Studio Apartment Rent in Albany, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Albany, Georgia as of August 2026. That's +6% lower than the citywide median of $1,023 and +26% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Albany
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Albany
Compare Albany's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a studio in Georgia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,160 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,050 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,040 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,020 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,900 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,863 |
| 7 | Powder Springs | $1,850 |
| 8 | Snellville | $1,840 |
| 9 | Lawrenceville | $1,835 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,830 |
| 11 | Auburn | $1,830 |
| 12 | Woodstock | $1,825 |
| 13 | Buford | $1,825 |
| 14 | Richmond Hill | $1,780 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Albany.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Albany |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leesburg, GA | 14.4 mi | $1,100 | +$142 (+15%) |
| Thomasville, GA | 54.2 mi | $1,010 | +$52 (+5%) |
| Hahira, GA | 68.3 mi | $1,170 | +$212 (+22%) |
| Perry, GA | 68.5 mi | $900 | $-58 (-6%) |
| Tallahassee, FL | 75 mi | $1,144 | +$186 (+19%) |
| Kathleen, GA | 75.2 mi | $1,330 | +$372 (+39%) |
| Valdosta, GA | 77.4 mi | $940 | $-18 (-2%) |
| Bonaire, GA | 79.7 mi | $1,290 | +$332 (+35%) |
| Warner Robins, GA | 82 mi | $1,050 | +$92 (+10%) |
| Columbus, GA | 84.3 mi | $885 | $-73 (-8%) |
| Phenix City, AL | 88.5 mi | $823 | $-135 (-14%) |
| Dothan, AL | 89.7 mi | $783 | $-175 (-18%) |
Studio rent in Albany — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Albany?
As of August 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Albany, Georgia is $958 per month. This is +6% below the citywide median of $1,023.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Albany?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $38,320 ($3,193/month gross), which works out to roughly $18.42/hour at a full-time job.
Is Albany expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Albany's studio median of $958 is +26% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 24th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Albany rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 122 cities in Georgia with studio data, Albany ranks #17 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Albany?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Perry ($900), Valdosta ($940), Columbus ($885).