1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Augusta, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Augusta, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +28% lower than the citywide median of $1,392 and +28% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Augusta
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Augusta
Compare Augusta's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,240 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,130 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,120 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,100 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,970 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,933 |
| 7 | Richmond Hill | $1,920 |
| 8 | Powder Springs | $1,920 |
| 9 | Snellville | $1,910 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,910 |
| 11 | Buford | $1,910 |
| 12 | Auburn | $1,910 |
| 13 | Lawrenceville | $1,905 |
| 14 | Woodstock | $1,900 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,851 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Augusta.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Augusta |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Augusta, SC | 7.9 mi | $940 | $-58 (-6%) |
| Martinez, GA | 8.4 mi | $1,190 | +$192 (+19%) |
| Hephzibah, GA | 11.6 mi | $1,160 | +$162 (+16%) |
| Graniteville, SC | 14.1 mi | $1,070 | +$72 (+7%) |
| Evans, GA | 14.2 mi | $1,560 | +$562 (+56%) |
| Grovetown, GA | 15.1 mi | $1,410 | +$412 (+41%) |
| Aiken, SC | 20.4 mi | $1,060 | +$62 (+6%) |
| Greenwood, SC | 53 mi | $785 | $-213 (-21%) |
| Lexington, SC | 62.6 mi | $1,180 | +$182 (+18%) |
| Newberry, SC | 65.6 mi | $780 | $-218 (-22%) |
| Chapin, SC | 66.7 mi | $1,620 | +$622 (+62%) |
| Statesboro, GA | 69.3 mi | $870 | $-128 (-13%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Augusta — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Augusta?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Augusta, Georgia is $998 per month. This is +28% below the citywide median of $1,392.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Augusta?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $39,920 ($3,327/month gross), which works out to roughly $19.19/hour at a full-time job.
Is Augusta expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Augusta's 1-bedroom median of $998 is +28% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 21th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Augusta rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Augusta ranks #18 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Augusta?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include North Augusta ($940), Greenwood ($785), Newberry ($780).