1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Covington, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Covington, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +19% lower than the citywide median of $1,835 and +7% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Covington
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 Covington
Compare Covington'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? 2 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Covington.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Covington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conyers, GA | 11.9 mi | $1,513 | +$23 (+2%) |
| McDonough, GA | 17.9 mi | $1,740 | +$250 (+17%) |
| Loganville, GA | 18.4 mi | $1,770 | +$280 (+19%) |
| Lithonia, GA | 20.2 mi | $1,620 | +$130 (+9%) |
| Monroe, GA | 20.3 mi | $1,260 | $-230 (-15%) |
| Locust Grove, GA | 20.9 mi | $1,570 | +$80 (+5%) |
| Stockbridge, GA | 21.9 mi | $1,570 | +$80 (+5%) |
| Snellville, GA | 22.1 mi | $1,910 | +$420 (+28%) |
| Grayson, GA | 24.3 mi | $1,970 | +$480 (+32%) |
| Stone Mountain, GA | 26 mi | $1,637 | +$147 (+10%) |
| Rex, GA | 27.4 mi | $1,470 | $-20 (-1%) |
| Bethlehem, GA | 27.5 mi | $1,710 | +$220 (+15%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Covington — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Covington?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Covington, Georgia is $1,490 per month. This is +19% below the citywide median of $1,835.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Covington?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $59,600 ($4,967/month gross), which works out to roughly $28.65/hour at a full-time job.
Is Covington expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Covington's 1-bedroom median of $1,490 is +7% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 57th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Covington rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Covington ranks #72 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Covington?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Monroe ($1,260), Rex ($1,470).