Studio Apartment Rent in Auburn, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Auburn, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +21% lower than the citywide median of $2,302 and +42% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Auburn
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 Auburn
Compare Auburn'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 (this page) | $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 Auburn.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Auburn |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dacula, GA | 4.4 mi | $2,160 | +$330 (+18%) |
| Braselton, GA | 7.3 mi | $1,300 | $-530 (-29%) |
| Bethlehem, GA | 8.3 mi | $1,640 | $-190 (-10%) |
| Winder, GA | 9.6 mi | $1,300 | $-530 (-29%) |
| Flowery Branch, GA | 12 mi | $1,390 | $-440 (-24%) |
| Buford, GA | 12 mi | $1,825 | $-5 (0%) |
| Lawrenceville, GA | 12.2 mi | $1,835 | +$5 (0%) |
| Grayson, GA | 12.4 mi | $1,900 | +$70 (+4%) |
| Loganville, GA | 14.7 mi | $1,700 | $-130 (-7%) |
| Oakwood, GA | 15.5 mi | $1,200 | $-630 (-34%) |
| Pendergrass, GA | 15.7 mi | $1,080 | $-750 (-41%) |
| Suwanee, GA | 17.7 mi | $1,542 | $-288 (-16%) |
Studio rent in Auburn — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Auburn?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Auburn, Georgia is $1,830 per month. This is +21% below the citywide median of $2,302.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Auburn?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $73,200 ($6,100/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.19/hour at a full-time job.
Is Auburn expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Auburn's studio median of $1,830 is +42% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 82th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Auburn rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 123 cities in Georgia with studio data, Auburn ranks #113 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Auburn?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Braselton ($1,300), Bethlehem ($1,640), Winder ($1,300).