Studio Apartment Rent in Covington, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Covington, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +22% lower than the citywide median of $1,835 and +11% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Covington
Compare Covington's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a studio in Georgia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,160 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,050 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,040 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,020 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,900 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,863 |
| 7 | Powder Springs | $1,850 |
| 8 | Snellville | $1,840 |
| 9 | Lawrenceville | $1,835 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,830 |
| 11 | Auburn | $1,830 |
| 12 | Woodstock | $1,825 |
| 13 | Buford | $1,825 |
| 14 | Richmond Hill | $1,780 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Covington.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Covington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conyers, GA | 11.9 mi | $1,460 | +$25 (+2%) |
| McDonough, GA | 17.9 mi | $1,675 | +$240 (+17%) |
| Loganville, GA | 18.4 mi | $1,700 | +$265 (+18%) |
| Lithonia, GA | 20.2 mi | $1,560 | +$125 (+9%) |
| Monroe, GA | 20.3 mi | $1,210 | $-225 (-16%) |
| Locust Grove, GA | 20.9 mi | $1,510 | +$75 (+5%) |
| Stockbridge, GA | 21.9 mi | $1,510 | +$75 (+5%) |
| Snellville, GA | 22.1 mi | $1,840 | +$405 (+28%) |
| Grayson, GA | 24.3 mi | $1,900 | +$465 (+32%) |
| Stone Mountain, GA | 26 mi | $1,580 | +$145 (+10%) |
| Rex, GA | 27.4 mi | $1,420 | $-15 (-1%) |
| Bethlehem, GA | 27.5 mi | $1,640 | +$205 (+14%) |
Studio rent in Covington — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Covington?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Covington, Georgia is $1,435 per month. This is +22% below the citywide median of $1,835.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Covington?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $57,400 ($4,783/month gross), which works out to roughly $27.60/hour at a full-time job.
Is Covington expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Covington's studio median of $1,435 is +11% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 61th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Covington rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 123 cities in Georgia with studio data, Covington ranks #72 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Covington?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Monroe ($1,210), Rex ($1,420).