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Cumming

Pop. 8,469·7th most expensive in Georgia·Cumming rents are up 6.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,311/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.3%
Month-over-Month
+2.4%
vs US Median
+$346
Rising (Monthly)
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Cumming · $2,311
More expensive than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
62/100
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Rents are 6% below what Cumming's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,311/mo
Expected by trend
$2,459/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,863
1 BR
$1,933
2 BR
$2,143
3 BR
$2,580
4 BR+
$3,107
Research median
$2,143/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
$27,732/yr
At $2,311/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 6.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.3% YoY, +2.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Cumming, GA is roughly split between renters and owners, 34.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,469
Median income
$85,868
Median age
36.5
Renters
52%
Age distribution
18.9%
29%
26.5%
16.5%
Under 1818.9%
18–3429%
35–5426.5%
55–649%
65+16.5%
Gender
50.1%
49.9%
Male50.1%
Female49.9%
Race & ethnicity
66.6%
16.1%
White66.6%
Black7.2%
Hispanic16.1%
Asian10.9%
Education (25+)
14.5%
21.7%
28.9%
34.9%
No HS diploma14.5%
HS diploma21.7%
Some college28.9%
Bachelor's+34.9%
Housing tenure
48%
52%
Owner48%
Renter52%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Cumming, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,730 → $2,311
up 33.6%
Income
$63,438 → $85,868
up 35.4%
Population
6,886 → 8,469
up 23.0%
Renter share
58.4% → 52%
-6.4 pts
Bachelor's+
33.7% → 34.9%
+1.2 pts
Median age
40 → 36.5
-3.5 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Cumming, GA has increased from $1,730 to $2,311, a 33.6% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in Cumming, GA now reports about $85,868, up from $63,438 in 2021. The population has grown by 23.0% since 2021, moving from about 6,886 residents to roughly 8,469. Renters now make up 52% of households, compared with 58.4% five years ago. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Cumming, GA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Cumming rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Cumming, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Cumming is $2,311/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,863/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,143/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,933/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,580/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($85,868/yr), Cumming ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cumming an affordable city for renters?

Cumming is considered moderate for renters. At $2,311/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($85,868/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cumming slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Cumming?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $92,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,311/mo in Cumming. The local median household income is $85,868/yr, meaning the typical Cumming household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cumming?

Rent in Cumming has increased 6.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Cumming neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Cumming are 30041 ($2,238/mo), 30028 ($2,317/mo), and 30040 ($2,361/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Cumming is $2,311/mo.

How does Cumming rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Cumming is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #7 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,311/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Cumming?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Cumming ($2,311/mo): Suwanee ($1,892/mo), Sugar Hill ($2,007/mo), Milton ($2,067/mo).

What percentage of Cumming residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52% of Cumming households are renters, while 48% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Cumming has a strong rental market.

How does Cumming rent compare to the national average?

Cumming's median rent of $2,311/mo is $346 (18%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #7 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $2,311/mo, rent takes ~32% of Cumming's median household income ($85,868/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cumming 32%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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