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Dacula

Pop. 7,444·1st most expensive in Georgia·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,513/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.6%
Month-over-Month
+0.9%
vs US Median
+$583
Rising (Monthly)
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Dacula · $2,513
More expensive than 81% of US cities · National median $1,930/mo
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Studio
$2,160
1 BR
$2,240
2 BR
$2,480
3 BR
$2,990
4 BR+
$3,600
Research median
$2,480/mo

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Last updated: May 30, 2026

Annual cost
$30,156/yr
At $2,513/mo median
Market timing
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Rent Reality Score
65/100
Good value
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Rents are 7% below what Dacula's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,513/mo
Expected by trend
$2,712/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Dacula's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Demographics

Who lives here

Dacula, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,444
Median income
$100,821
Median age
32.1
Renters
16.6%
Age distribution
31.9%
25.1%
27.9%
Under 1831.9%
18–3425.1%
35–5427.9%
55–647%
65+8%
Gender
53.3%
46.7%
Male53.3%
Female46.7%
Race & ethnicity
41.8%
37.6%
14.9%
White41.8%
Black37.6%
Hispanic14.9%
Asian4.9%
Other0.8%
Education (25+)
24.1%
43%
24.5%
No HS diploma8.4%
HS diploma24.1%
Some college43%
Bachelor's+24.5%
Housing tenure
83.4%
16.6%
Owner83.4%
Renter16.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Dacula, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,921 → $2,513
up 30.8%
Income
$87,666 → $100,821
up 15.0%
Population
6,696 → 7,444
up 11.2%
Renter share
20% → 16.6%
-3.4 pts
Bachelor's+
19.6% → 24.5%
+4.9 pts
Median age
34.2 → 32.1
-2.1 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Dacula, GA paid around $1,921 a month. That figure now sits near $2,513, up 30.8% from the 2021 baseline. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $87,666 in 2021 to $100,821 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Dacula, GA adding about 748 residents over the five-year window, up 11.2% on net. The renter share has eased from 20% to 16.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 19.6% to 24.5% across the same window. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Dacula, GA market of 2021.

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About renting in Dacula, GA

Last updated: May 30, 2026

The median rent in Dacula is $2,513/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,160/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,480/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,240/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,990/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($100,821/yr), Dacula ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dacula an affordable city for renters?

Dacula is considered moderate for renters. At $2,513/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($100,821/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dacula slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Dacula?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $101,000/year (~$49/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,513/mo in Dacula. The local median household income is $100,821/yr, meaning the typical Dacula household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dacula?

Rent in Dacula has increased 4.6% over the past year as of May 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Dacula rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Dacula is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #1 out of 130 tracked cities at $2,513/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dacula?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dacula ($2,513/mo): Lawrenceville ($1,842/mo), Auburn ($2,103/mo), Bethlehem ($2,147/mo).

What percentage of Dacula residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 16.6% of Dacula households are renters, while 83.4% are owner-occupied. Dacula leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Dacula rent compare to the national average?

Dacula's median rent of $2,513/mo is $583 (30%) above the US national median of $1,930/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #1 out of 130 tracked cities.
Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $2,513/mo, rent takes ~30% of Dacula's median household income ($100,821/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax5.49%
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