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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Cartersville, GA is $1,665. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Cartersville cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Cartersville is among the more affordable cities in Georgia, ranking #94 out of 135 cities at $1,665/mo.

When was Cartersville rent data last updated?

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

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

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Cartersville is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 4.8% 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

Cartersville

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Pop. 24,074·94th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Cartersville, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,665/mo

Year-over-Year

-4.8%

Month-over-Month

Stable

vs US Median

-$300

Stable (Monthly)

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Cartersville · $1,665

More affordable than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

86/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 18% below what Cartersville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,665/mo

Expected by trend

$2,028/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,215

1 BR

$1,265

2 BR

$1,400

3 BR

$1,685

4 BR+

$2,030

Research median

$1,400/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

$19,980/yr

At $1,665/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 4.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-4.8% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Cartersville, GA is majority owner-occupied, 28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

24,074

Median income

$84,437

Median age

Renters

40.8%

Age distribution

22.9%

22.7%

28.9%

13.2%

12.2%

Under 1822.9%

18–3422.7%

35–5428.9%

55–6413.2%

65+12.2%

Gender

49.7%

50.3%

Male49.7%

Female50.3%

Race & ethnicity

68.5%

15%

15.2%

White68.5%

Black15%

Hispanic15.2%

Asian1.8%

Education (25+)

33.5%

28.2%

28.7%

No HS diploma9.5%

HS diploma33.5%

Some college28.2%

Bachelor's+28.7%

Housing tenure

59.2%

40.8%

Owner59.2%

Renter40.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Cartersville, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,275 → $1,665

up 30.6%

Income

$62,510 → $84,437

up 35.1%

Population

22,626 → 24,074

up 6.4%

Renter share

42.7% → 40.8%

-1.9 pts

Bachelor's+

25% → 28.7%

+3.7 pts

Median age

36.2 → 37

+0.8 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Cartersville, GA paid around $1,275 a month. That figure now sits near $1,665, up 30.6% from the 2021 baseline. Median household income climbed from $62,510 to $84,437 between 2021 and 2024, a 35.1% shift. 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 Cartersville, GA adding about 1,448 residents over the five-year window, up 6.4% on net. The renter share has eased from 42.7% to 40.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 25% to 28.7% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Cartersville, GA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Cartersville on your salary?

At $1,665/mo, how Cartersville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 22.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 31.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 27.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 15.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 11.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 33.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Cartersville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Cartersville

About renting in Cartersville, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Cartersville is $1,665/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,215/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,400/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,265/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,685/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($84,437/yr), Cartersville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cartersville an affordable city for renters?

Cartersville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,665/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($84,437/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cartersville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Cartersville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,665/mo in Cartersville. The local median household income is $84,437/yr, meaning the typical Cartersville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cartersville?

Rent in Cartersville has decreased 4.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Cartersville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Cartersville are 30121 ($1,633/mo), and 30120 ($1,676/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Cartersville is $1,665/mo.

How does Cartersville rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Cartersville is one of the more affordable cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #94 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,665/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Cartersville?

Emerson is nearby and more affordable at $1,616/mo, which is $49 less than Cartersville.

What percentage of Cartersville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.8% of Cartersville households are renters, while 59.2% are owner-occupied. Cartersville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Cartersville rent compare to the national average?

Cartersville's median rent of $1,665/mo is $300 (15%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #94 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,665/mo, rent takes ~24% of Cartersville's median household income ($84,437/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cartersville 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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