How much does it cost to rent in College Park, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in College Park, GA is $1,634. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is College Park cheaper than other Georgia cities?

College Park is among the more affordable cities in Georgia, ranking #100 out of 135 cities at $1,634/mo.

When was College Park rent data last updated?

College Park 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

College Park

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Pop. 14,712·100th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for College Park, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,634/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.8%

Month-over-Month

+1.0%

vs US Median

-$331

Rising (Monthly)

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College Park · $1,634

More affordable than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

53/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where College Park's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,634/mo

Expected by trend

$1,655/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,180

1 BR

$1,230

2 BR

$1,360

3 BR

$1,640

4 BR+

$1,970

Research median

$1,360/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

$19,608/yr

At $1,634/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (0.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.8% YoY, +1.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

College Park, GA is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

14,712

Median income

$51,635

Median age

Renters

78.5%

Age distribution

25.1%

29.9%

25.7%

Under 1825.1%

18–3429.9%

35–5425.7%

55–6410%

65+9.3%

Gender

46.9%

53.1%

Male46.9%

Female53.1%

Race & ethnicity

81.6%

White7.6%

Black81.6%

Hispanic4.4%

Asian2.4%

Other3.9%

Education (25+)

31.6%

28.3%

28.8%

No HS diploma11.3%

HS diploma31.6%

Some college28.3%

Bachelor's+28.8%

Housing tenure

21.5%

78.5%

Owner21.5%

Renter78.5%

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

2023 vs 2026

How College Park, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,559 → $1,634

up 4.8%

Income

$43,554 → $51,635

up 18.6%

Population

14,032 → 14,712

up 4.8%

Renter share

74.9% → 78.5%

+3.6 pts

Bachelor's+

29.1% → 28.8%

-0.3 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in College Park, GA has shifted from $1,559 to $1,634, up 4.8% since 2023. Household income in the area moved from $43,554 to $51,635 across the same window, up 18.6% versus 2021. 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 College Park, GA adding about 680 residents over the five-year window, up 4.8% on net. The renter share has risen from 74.9% to 78.5%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in College Park, GA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in College Park on your salary?

At $1,634/mo, how College Park rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 21.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 26.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 14.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 11.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 32.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 36.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

College Park rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in College Park, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in College Park is $1,634/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,180/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,360/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,230/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,640/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($51,635/yr), College Park ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is College Park an affordable city for renters?

College Park is considered moderate for renters. At $1,634/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($51,635/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. College Park slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in College Park?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,634/mo in College Park. The local median household income is $51,635/yr, meaning the typical College Park household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in College Park?

Rent in College Park has increased 0.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does College Park rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

College Park is one of the more affordable cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #100 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,634/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than College Park?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than College Park ($1,634/mo): Forest Park ($1,227/mo), East Point ($1,574/mo), Riverdale ($1,628/mo).

What percentage of College Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 78.5% of College Park households are renters, while 21.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, College Park has a strong rental market.

How does College Park rent compare to the national average?

College Park's median rent of $1,634/mo is $331 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #100 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

38%

MODERATE

At $1,634/mo, rent takes ~38% of College Park's median household income ($51,635/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

College Park 38%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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