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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Austell, GA is $1,851. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Austell cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Austell falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #59 out of 135 cities at $1,851/mo.

When was Austell rent data last updated?

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

Is Austell a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Austell is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 0.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

City Report · GA

Austell

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Pop. 8,447·59th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Austell, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,851/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.7%

Month-over-Month

-0.8%

vs US Median

-$114

Falling (Monthly)

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Austell · $1,851

More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

74/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,851/mo

Expected by trend

$2,102/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,425

1 BR

$1,485

2 BR

$1,640

3 BR

$1,980

4 BR+

$2,380

Research median

$1,640/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

$22,212/yr

At $1,851/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 0.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.7% YoY, -0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Austell, GA is majority owner-occupied, 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

8,447

Median income

$72,938

Median age

Renters

35.4%

Age distribution

23.4%

25.7%

32.1%

Under 1823.4%

18–3425.7%

35–5432.1%

55–6411.8%

65+6.9%

Gender

45.4%

54.6%

Male45.4%

Female54.6%

Race & ethnicity

16.4%

66.8%

15.5%

White16.4%

Black66.8%

Hispanic15.5%

Other1.2%

Education (25+)

12.6%

33.2%

32.5%

21.8%

No HS diploma12.6%

HS diploma33.2%

Some college32.5%

Bachelor's+21.8%

Housing tenure

64.6%

35.4%

Owner64.6%

Renter35.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Austell, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,402 → $1,851

up 32.0%

Income

$59,459 → $72,938

up 22.7%

Population

8,194 → 8,447

up 3.1%

Renter share

40% → 35.4%

-4.6 pts

Bachelor's+

21.8% → 21.8%

+0.0 pts

Median age

33.4 → 36

+2.6 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Austell, GA paid around $1,402 a month. That figure now sits near $1,851, up 32.0% from the 2021 baseline. Household income in the area moved from $59,459 to $72,938 across the same window, up 22.7% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Austell, GA adding about 253 residents over the five-year window, up 3.1% on net. The renter share has eased from 40% to 35.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Austell, GA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Austell on your salary?

At $1,851/mo, how Austell rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 34.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 30.3% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 16.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 37.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 41.2% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 33.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Austell rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Austell

About renting in Austell, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Austell is $1,851/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,425/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,640/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,485/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,980/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($72,938/yr), Austell ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Austell an affordable city for renters?

Austell is considered moderate for renters. At $1,851/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($72,938/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Austell slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Austell?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,851/mo in Austell. The local median household income is $72,938/yr, meaning the typical Austell household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Austell?

Rent in Austell has decreased 0.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Austell neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Austell are 30168 ($1,821/mo), and 30106 ($1,873/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Austell is $1,851/mo.

How does Austell rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Austell is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #59 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,851/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Austell?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Austell ($1,851/mo): Lithia Springs ($1,547/mo), Smyrna ($1,614/mo), Vinings ($1,772/mo).

What percentage of Austell residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.4% of Austell households are renters, while 64.6% are owner-occupied. Austell leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Austell rent compare to the national average?

Austell's median rent of $1,851/mo is $114 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #59 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

30%

MODERATE

At $1,851/mo, rent takes ~30% of Austell's median household income ($72,938/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Austell 30%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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