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Bethlehem

Pop. 707·33rd most expensive in Georgia·Bethlehem rents are up 12.1% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,070/mo
Year-over-Year
+12.1%
Month-over-Month
-3.0%
vs US Median
+$108
Falling (Monthly)
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Bethlehem · $2,070
More expensive than 62% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
40% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,070/mo, rent takes about 40% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$83,000/yr
Local median income
$61,875/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Bethlehem's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,640
1 BR
$1,710
2 BR
$1,890
3 BR
$2,280
4 BR+
$2,740
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,890/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,070 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
$24,840/yr
At $2,070/mo median
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Demographics

Who lives here

Bethlehem, GA is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
707
Median income
$61,875
Median age
32.4
Renters
24.1%
Age distribution
21.6%
32.4%
24.2%
Under 1821.6%
18–3432.4%
35–5424.2%
55–6410.6%
65+11.2%
Gender
50.6%
49.4%
Male50.6%
Female49.4%
Race & ethnicity
78.5%
19.2%
White78.5%
Hispanic19.2%
Asian1.3%
Other1%
Education (25+)
13.6%
39.3%
30.5%
16.6%
No HS diploma13.6%
HS diploma39.3%
Some college30.5%
Bachelor's+16.6%
Housing tenure
75.9%
24.1%
Owner75.9%
Renter24.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Bethlehem, GA has changed in 5 years

Income
$60,076 → $61,875
up 3.0%
Population
891 → 707
down 20.7%
Renter share
21.3% → 24.1%
+2.8 pts
Bachelor's+
21.6% → 16.6%
-5.0 pts
Median age
31.7 → 32.4
+0.7 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Bethlehem, GA now reports about $61,875, up from $60,076 in 2021. Census counts show Bethlehem, GA losing about 184 residents over the five-year window, down 20.7% on net. The renter share has risen from 21.3% to 24.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 21.6% to 16.6% across the same window.

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Bethlehem rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Bethlehem, GA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Bethlehem is $2,070/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,640/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,890/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,710/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,280/mo.

At 40% of local median household income ($61,875/yr), Bethlehem ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bethlehem an affordable city for renters?

Bethlehem is considered moderate for renters. At $2,070/mo, rent takes approximately 40% of the local median household income ($61,875/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bethlehem slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Bethlehem?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,070/mo in Bethlehem. The local median household income is $61,875/yr, meaning the typical Bethlehem household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bethlehem?

Rent in Bethlehem has increased 12.1% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Bethlehem rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Bethlehem is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #33 out of 133 tracked cities at $2,070/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bethlehem?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bethlehem ($2,070/mo): Monroe ($1,698/mo), Winder ($2,068/mo).

What percentage of Bethlehem residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 24.1% of Bethlehem households are renters, while 75.9% are owner-occupied. Bethlehem leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bethlehem rent compare to the national average?

Bethlehem's median rent of $2,070/mo is $108 (6%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #33 out of 133 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
40%
MODERATE

At $2,070/mo, rent takes ~40% of Bethlehem's median household income ($61,875/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.99%
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