How much does it cost to rent in Alpharetta, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Alpharetta, GA is $2,116. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Alpharetta cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Alpharetta is one of the pricier cities in Georgia, ranking #26 out of 135 cities tracked at $2,116/mo.

When was Alpharetta rent data last updated?

Alpharetta rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Alpharetta

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Pop. 66,855·26th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Alpharetta, GA

Median rent (all units)

$2,116/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.6%

Month-over-Month

+2.0%

vs US Median

+$151

Rising (Monthly)

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Alpharetta · $2,116

More expensive than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

69/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 10% below what Alpharetta's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,116/mo

Expected by trend

$2,341/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Alpharetta's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,040

1 BR

$2,120

2 BR

$2,350

3 BR

$2,830

4 BR+

$3,405

Research median

$2,350/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$25,392/yr

At $2,116/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 3.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.6% YoY, +2.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Alpharetta, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 70.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

66,855

Median income

$147,612

Median age

41.3

Renters

34.9%

Age distribution

23.9%

16.2%

31.8%

14.8%

13.3%

Under 1823.9%

18–3416.2%

35–5431.8%

55–6414.8%

65+13.3%

Gender

49.4%

50.6%

Male49.4%

Female50.6%

Race & ethnicity

53.7%

20.4%

White53.7%

Black11.2%

Hispanic9.4%

Asian20.4%

Other5.2%

Education (25+)

17.1%

70.7%

No HS diploma3.4%

HS diploma8.9%

Some college17.1%

Bachelor's+70.7%

Housing tenure

65.1%

34.9%

Owner65.1%

Renter34.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Alpharetta, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,687 → $2,116

up 25.4%

Income

$133,920 → $147,612

up 10.2%

Population

65,187 → 66,855

up 2.6%

Renter share

32.3% → 34.9%

+2.6 pts

Bachelor's+

70.5% → 70.7%

+0.2 pts

Median age

40.3 → 41.3

+1.0 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Alpharetta, GA has climbed by $429 per month, settling near $2,116 after starting the period at $1,687. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $133,920 in 2021 to $147,612 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 15.2 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 65,187 to 66,855 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.6% change. About 34.9% of households rent today, against 32.3% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Alpharetta, GA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Alpharetta on your salary?

At $2,116/mo, how Alpharetta rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 28.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 39.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 34.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 19.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 42.6% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 47.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 38.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

Alpharetta rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Alpharetta. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Alpharetta, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Alpharetta is $2,116/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,040/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,350/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,120/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,830/mo.

At 17% of local median household income ($147,612/yr), Alpharetta ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Alpharetta an affordable city for renters?

Alpharetta is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,116/mo, rent takes approximately 17% of the local median household income ($147,612/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Alpharetta falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Alpharetta?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,116/mo in Alpharetta. The local median household income is $147,612/yr, meaning the typical Alpharetta household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Alpharetta?

Rent in Alpharetta has increased 3.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Alpharetta neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Alpharetta are 30005 ($2,027/mo), and 30009 ($2,499/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Alpharetta is $2,116/mo.

How does Alpharetta rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Alpharetta is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #26 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,116/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Alpharetta?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Alpharetta ($2,116/mo): Peachtree Corners ($1,517/mo), Duluth ($1,689/mo), Roswell ($1,730/mo).

What percentage of Alpharetta residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.9% of Alpharetta households are renters, while 65.1% are owner-occupied. Alpharetta leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Alpharetta rent compare to the national average?

Alpharetta's median rent of $2,116/mo is $151 (8%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #26 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

17%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,116/mo, rent takes ~17% of Alpharetta's median household income ($147,612/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Alpharetta 17%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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