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Augusta

Pop. 201,528·122nd most expensive in Georgia·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,378/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.2%
Month-over-Month
-1.0%
vs US Median
-$584
Falling (Monthly)
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Augusta · $1,378
More affordable than 83% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
64/100
Good value
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Rents are 7% below what Augusta's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,378/mo
Expected by trend
$1,485/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Augusta's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$838
1 BR
$998
2 BR
$1,130
3 BR
$1,490
4 BR+
$1,820
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,130/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,378 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$16,536/yr
At $1,378/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.2% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Augusta, GA is roughly split between renters and owners, 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
201,528
Median age
35.2
Renters
49.2%
Age distribution
22.8%
26.9%
23%
12.1%
15.3%
Under 1822.8%
18–3426.9%
35–5423%
55–6412.1%
65+15.3%
Gender
48.2%
51.8%
Male48.2%
Female51.8%
Race & ethnicity
32.1%
56.8%
White32.1%
Black56.8%
Hispanic5.9%
Asian1.7%
Other3.6%
Education (25+)
12.1%
31%
32.3%
24.7%
No HS diploma12.1%
HS diploma31%
Some college32.3%
Bachelor's+24.7%
Housing tenure
50.8%
49.2%
Owner50.8%
Renter49.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Augusta, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,030 → $1,378
up 33.8%
Population
201,264 → 201,528
up 0.1%
Renter share
49% → 49.2%
+0.2 pts
Bachelor's+
22.8% → 24.7%
+1.9 pts
Median age
34.5 → 35.2
+0.7 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Augusta, GA paid around $1,030 a month. That figure now sits near $1,378, up 33.8% from the 2021 baseline. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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At $1,378/mo, how Augusta rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Augusta rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Augusta, GA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Augusta is $1,378/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $838/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,130/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $998/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,490/mo.

At 23% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Augusta ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Augusta an affordable city for renters?

Augusta is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,378/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Augusta falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Augusta?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $55,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,378/mo in Augusta.

Is rent going up or down in Augusta?

Rent in Augusta has increased 2.2% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Augusta neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Augusta are 30901 ($1,231/mo), 30906 ($1,349/mo), and 30909 ($1,416/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Augusta is $1,378/mo.

How does Augusta rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Augusta is one of the more affordable cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #122 out of 133 tracked cities at $1,378/mo.

What percentage of Augusta residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49.2% of Augusta households are renters, while 50.8% are owner-occupied. Augusta leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Augusta rent compare to the national average?

Augusta's median rent of $1,378/mo is $584 (30%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #122 out of 133 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,378/mo, rent takes ~23% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Augusta 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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