1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Cartersville, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Cartersville, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +24% lower than the citywide median of $1,665 and +9% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Cartersville
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 Cartersville
Compare Cartersville'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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Cartersville.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Cartersville |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acworth, GA | 12.9 mi | $1,685 | +$420 (+33%) |
| Adairsville, GA | 14.2 mi | $1,200 | $-65 (-5%) |
| Kennesaw, GA | 18.2 mi | $1,509 | +$244 (+19%) |
| Holly Springs, GA | 21.7 mi | $1,641 | +$376 (+30%) |
| Rockmart, GA | 22.8 mi | $1,000 | $-265 (-21%) |
| Hiram, GA | 22.9 mi | $1,730 | +$465 (+37%) |
| Powder Springs, GA | 23.2 mi | $1,920 | +$655 (+52%) |
| Calhoun, GA | 23.2 mi | $760 | $-505 (-40%) |
| Canton, GA | 24.5 mi | $1,730 | +$465 (+37%) |
| Marietta, GA | 26.1 mi | $1,723 | +$458 (+36%) |
| Rome, GA | 28.6 mi | $895 | $-370 (-29%) |
| Temple, GA | 31.4 mi | $1,230 | $-35 (-3%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Cartersville — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Cartersville?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Cartersville, Georgia is $1,265 per month. This is +24% below the citywide median of $1,665.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Cartersville?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $50,600 ($4,217/month gross), which works out to roughly $24.33/hour at a full-time job.
Is Cartersville expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Cartersville's 1-bedroom median of $1,265 is +9% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 41th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Cartersville rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Cartersville ranks #47 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Cartersville?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Adairsville ($1,200), Rockmart ($1,000), Calhoun ($760).