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

As of May 2026, the median monthly rent in Atlanta, GA is $1,873. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Atlanta cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Atlanta falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #51 out of 130 cities at $1,873/mo.

When was Atlanta rent data last updated?

Atlanta rent data reflects May 2026 and was last refreshed on May 30, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Atlanta

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Pop. 505,268·51st most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Atlanta, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,873/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.5%

Month-over-Month

-0.3%

vs US Median

-$57

Reported rents (2)

$1,650/mo median

Stable (Monthly)

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Atlanta · $1,873

More expensive than 53% of US cities · National median $1,930/mo

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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,780

1 BR

$1,851

2 BR

$2,048

3 BR

$2,468

4 BR+

$2,970

Research median

$2,048/mo

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

Price distribution

Range of reported rents

Low

$1,500

Median

$1,873

Average

$1,650

High

$1,800

Note: median from a different data source than low/high — marker hidden when outside the reported range.

$1,500$1,800

MedianAverageLow / High

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: May 30, 2026

Annual cost

$22,476/yr

At $1,873/mo median

Market timing

Rents stable

Prices holding steady month-over-month.

Rent Reality Score

74/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 12% below what Atlanta's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,873/mo

Expected by trend

$2,122/mo

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

Demographics

Who lives here

Atlanta, GA is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, 59.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

505,268

Median income

$85,652

Median age

34.2

Renters

53.6%

Age distribution

16.6%

35%

26.3%

12.3%

Under 1816.6%

18–3435%

35–5426.3%

55–649.8%

65+12.3%

Gender

49%

51%

Male49%

Female51%

Race & ethnicity

39.1%

46%

White39.1%

Black46%

Hispanic6.3%

Asian5.3%

Other3.4%

Education (25+)

15.7%

18.5%

59.2%

No HS diploma6.6%

HS diploma15.7%

Some college18.5%

Bachelor's+59.2%

Housing tenure

46.4%

53.6%

Owner46.4%

Renter53.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Atlanta, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,576 → $1,873

up 18.8%

Income

$69,164 → $85,652

up 23.8%

Population

492,204 → 505,268

up 2.7%

Renter share

54.8% → 53.6%

-1.2 pts

Bachelor's+

55.6% → 59.2%

+3.6 pts

Median age

33.4 → 34.2

+0.8 yrs

Rent in Atlanta, GA has climbed 18.8% since 2021, going from about $1,576 per month to roughly $1,873 today. Household income in the area moved from $69,164 to $85,652 across the same window, up 23.8% versus 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 5.0 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 492,204 to 505,268 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.7% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 55.6% to 59.2%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Atlanta, GA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Atlanta on your salary?

At $1,873/mo, how Atlanta rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 25% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 35.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 30.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 17.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 13.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 37.7% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 41.7% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 33.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Atlanta rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Atlanta

About renting in Atlanta, GA

Last updated: May 30, 2026

The median rent in Atlanta is $1,873/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,780/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,048/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,851/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,468/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($85,652/yr), Atlanta ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Atlanta an affordable city for renters?

Atlanta is considered affordable for renters. At $1,873/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($85,652/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Atlanta falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Atlanta?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,873/mo in Atlanta. The local median household income is $85,652/yr, meaning the typical Atlanta household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Atlanta?

Rent in Atlanta has increased 1.5% over the past year as of May 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Atlanta neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Atlanta are 30340 ($1,361/mo), 30345 ($1,443/mo), and 30324 ($1,635/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Atlanta is $1,873/mo.

How does Atlanta rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Atlanta is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #51 out of 130 tracked cities at $1,873/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Atlanta?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Atlanta ($1,873/mo): East Point ($1,423/mo), Gresham Park ($1,590/mo), Vinings ($1,759/mo).

What percentage of Atlanta residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 53.6% of Atlanta households are renters, while 46.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Atlanta has a strong rental market.