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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Carrollton, GA is $1,470. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Carrollton cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Carrollton is among the more affordable cities in Georgia, ranking #117 out of 135 cities at $1,470/mo.

When was Carrollton rent data last updated?

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

City Report · GA

Carrollton

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Pop. 27,392·117th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Carrollton, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,470/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.5%

Month-over-Month

-0.7%

vs US Median

-$495

Falling (Monthly)

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Carrollton · $1,470

More affordable than 78% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

55/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% below what Carrollton's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,470/mo

Expected by trend

$1,506/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,110

1 BR

$1,160

2 BR

$1,280

3 BR

$1,540

4 BR+

$1,860

Research median

$1,280/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

$17,640/yr

At $1,470/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (3.5% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.5% YoY, -0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Carrollton, GA is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 35.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

27,392

Median income

$54,379

Median age

28.3

Renters

59%

Age distribution

20.6%

38.9%

21.3%

12.3%

Under 1820.6%

18–3438.9%

35–5421.3%

55–646.9%

65+12.3%

Gender

46.6%

53.4%

Male46.6%

Female53.4%

Race & ethnicity

49.3%

34.4%

White49.3%

Black34.4%

Hispanic11.8%

Asian1.3%

Other3.2%

Education (25+)

13.6%

27.8%

23.4%

35.2%

No HS diploma13.6%

HS diploma27.8%

Some college23.4%

Bachelor's+35.2%

Housing tenure

41%

59%

Owner41%

Renter59%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Carrollton, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,303 → $1,470

up 12.8%

Income

$44,049 → $54,379

up 23.5%

Population

26,773 → 27,392

up 2.3%

Renter share

59.1% → 59%

-0.1 pts

Bachelor's+

31.5% → 35.2%

+3.7 pts

Median age

27.4 → 28.3

+0.9 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Carrollton, GA paid around $1,303 a month. That figure now sits near $1,470, up 12.8% from the 2023 baseline. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $44,049 in 2021 to $54,379 more recently. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Carrollton, GA adding about 619 residents over the five-year window, up 2.3% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 31.5% to 35.2% across the same window. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Carrollton, GA market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Carrollton on your salary?

At $1,470/mo, how Carrollton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 19.7% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 24% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 13.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 10.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 32.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 26.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Carrollton rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Carrollton, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Carrollton is $1,470/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,110/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,280/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,160/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,540/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($54,379/yr), Carrollton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Carrollton an affordable city for renters?

Carrollton is considered moderate for renters. At $1,470/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($54,379/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Carrollton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Carrollton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $59,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,470/mo in Carrollton. The local median household income is $54,379/yr, meaning the typical Carrollton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Carrollton?

Rent in Carrollton has increased 3.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Carrollton rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Carrollton is one of the more affordable cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #117 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,470/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Carrollton?

Bremen is nearby and more affordable at $1,295/mo, which is $175 less than Carrollton.

What percentage of Carrollton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 59% of Carrollton households are renters, while 41% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Carrollton has a strong rental market.

How does Carrollton rent compare to the national average?

Carrollton's median rent of $1,470/mo is $495 (25%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #117 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $1,470/mo, rent takes ~32% of Carrollton's median household income ($54,379/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Carrollton 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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