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Dalton

Pop. 34,538·111th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Dalton, GA
Median rent (all units)
$1,517/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.7%
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
-$448
Stable (Monthly)
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Dalton · $1,517
More affordable than 74% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
29% of income
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0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,517/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$61,000/yr
Local median income
$63,577/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Dalton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$760
1 BR
$840
2 BR
$1,105
3 BR
$1,440
4 BR+
$1,675
Research median
$1,105/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
$18,204/yr
At $1,517/mo median
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Rents are softening (down 2.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.7% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Dalton, GA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
34,538
Median income
$63,577
Median age
33.7
Renters
47.6%
Age distribution
25.3%
25.9%
25.2%
13%
Under 1825.3%
18–3425.9%
35–5425.2%
55–6410.6%
65+13%
Gender
50.1%
49.9%
Male50.1%
Female49.9%
Race & ethnicity
47.3%
54.7%
White47.3%
Black6.3%
Hispanic54.7%
Asian2.2%
Education (25+)
29.8%
25.4%
20.4%
24.3%
No HS diploma29.8%
HS diploma25.4%
Some college20.4%
Bachelor's+24.3%
Housing tenure
52.4%
47.6%
Owner52.4%
Renter47.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Dalton, GA has changed in 5 years

Income
$49,656 → $63,577
up 28.0%
Population
34,255 → 34,538
up 0.8%
Renter share
50.9% → 47.6%
-3.3 pts
Bachelor's+
20.6% → 24.3%
+3.7 pts
Median age
32.4 → 33.7
+1.3 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $49,656 in 2021 to $63,577 more recently. The renter share has eased from 50.9% to 47.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 20.6% to 24.3% across the same window.

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About renting in Dalton, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Dalton is $1,517/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $760/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,105/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $840/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,440/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($63,577/yr), Dalton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dalton an affordable city for renters?

Dalton is considered affordable for renters. At $1,517/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($63,577/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dalton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Dalton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $61,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,517/mo in Dalton. The local median household income is $63,577/yr, meaning the typical Dalton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dalton?

Rent in Dalton has decreased 2.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Dalton neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Dalton are 30721 ($1,375/mo), and 30720 ($1,592/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Dalton is $1,517/mo.

How does Dalton rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Dalton is one of the more affordable cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #111 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,517/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dalton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dalton ($1,517/mo): Chatsworth ($930/mo), Lafayette ($1,343/mo).

What percentage of Dalton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 47.6% of Dalton households are renters, while 52.4% are owner-occupied. Dalton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Dalton rent compare to the national average?

Dalton's median rent of $1,517/mo is $448 (23%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #111 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,517/mo, rent takes ~29% of Dalton's median household income ($63,577/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.99%
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