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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Auburn, GA is $2,302. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Auburn cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Auburn is one of the pricier cities in Georgia, ranking #8 out of 135 cities tracked at $2,302/mo.

When was Auburn rent data last updated?

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

City Report · GA

Auburn

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Pop. 8,711·8th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Auburn, GA

Median rent (all units)

$2,302/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.5%

Month-over-Month

+4.6%

vs US Median

+$337

Rising (Monthly)

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Auburn · $2,302

More expensive than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

36% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,302/mo, rent takes about 36% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$92,000/yr

Local median income

$77,034/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Auburn's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,830

1 BR

$1,910

2 BR

$2,110

3 BR

$2,540

4 BR+

$3,060

Research median

$2,110/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

$27,624/yr

At $2,302/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 1.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.5% YoY, +4.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Auburn, GA is majority owner-occupied, 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

8,711

Median income

$77,034

Median age

34.7

Renters

22.3%

Age distribution

23.8%

26.8%

28.6%

Under 1823.8%

18–3426.8%

35–5428.6%

55–6411.1%

65+9.8%

Gender

51.1%

48.9%

Male51.1%

Female48.9%

Race & ethnicity

61.5%

18.6%

White61.5%

Black10.7%

Hispanic18.6%

Asian8.8%

Other0.5%

Education (25+)

14.8%

35.1%

31.3%

18.8%

No HS diploma14.8%

HS diploma35.1%

Some college31.3%

Bachelor's+18.8%

Housing tenure

77.7%

22.3%

Owner77.7%

Renter22.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Auburn, GA has changed in 5 years

Income

$66,551 → $77,034

up 15.8%

Population

7,424 → 8,711

up 17.3%

Renter share

22.7% → 22.3%

-0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

13% → 18.8%

+5.8 pts

Median age

33.8 → 34.7

+0.9 yrs

Median household income climbed from $66,551 to $77,034 between 2021 and 2024, a 15.8% shift. Census counts show Auburn, GA adding about 1,287 residents over the five-year window, up 17.3% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 13% to 18.8% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Auburn on your salary?

At $2,302/mo, how Auburn rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 43.3% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 37.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 21.1% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 16.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 46.3% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 51.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 41.6% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Auburn rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Auburn

About renting in Auburn, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Auburn is $2,302/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,830/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,110/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,910/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,540/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($77,034/yr), Auburn ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Auburn an affordable city for renters?

Auburn is considered moderate for renters. At $2,302/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($77,034/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Auburn slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Auburn?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $92,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,302/mo in Auburn. The local median household income is $77,034/yr, meaning the typical Auburn household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Auburn?

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

How does Auburn rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Auburn is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #8 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,302/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Auburn?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Auburn ($2,302/mo): Winder ($2,086/mo), Bethlehem ($2,135/mo), Hoschton ($2,164/mo).

What percentage of Auburn residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.3% of Auburn households are renters, while 77.7% are owner-occupied. Auburn leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.