How much does it cost to rent in Dawsonville, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Dawsonville, GA is $2,134. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Dawsonville cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Dawsonville is one of the pricier cities in Georgia, ranking #22 out of 135 cities tracked at $2,134/mo.

When was Dawsonville rent data last updated?

Dawsonville rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Dawsonville

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Pop. 4,403·22nd most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Dawsonville, GA

Median rent (all units)

$2,134/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.8%

Month-over-Month

-0.7%

vs US Median

+$169

Falling (Monthly)

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Dawsonville · $2,134

More expensive than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

28% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,134/mo, rent takes about 28% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$85,000/yr

Local median income

$90,929/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Dawsonville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,420

1 BR

$1,470

2 BR

$1,630

3 BR

$1,970

4 BR+

$2,400

Research median

$1,630/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

$25,608/yr

At $2,134/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (4.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.8% YoY, -0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Dawsonville, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 36% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

4,403

Median income

$90,929

Median age

36.6

Renters

27.5%

Age distribution

24.3%

21.5%

28.7%

14.5%

Under 1824.3%

18–3421.5%

35–5428.7%

55–6410.9%

65+14.5%

Gender

55.3%

44.7%

Male55.3%

Female44.7%

Race & ethnicity

89.4%

White89.4%

Black1.8%

Hispanic1.1%

Asian2.2%

Other5.5%

Education (25+)

29.9%

27.5%

36%

No HS diploma6.5%

HS diploma29.9%

Some college27.5%

Bachelor's+36%

Housing tenure

72.5%

27.5%

Owner72.5%

Renter27.5%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Dawsonville, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,991 → $2,134

up 7.2%

Income

$75,234 → $90,929

up 20.9%

Population

3,594 → 4,403

up 22.5%

Renter share

31.2% → 27.5%

-3.7 pts

Bachelor's+

27.2% → 36%

+8.8 pts

Median age

33 → 36.6

+3.6 yrs

Compared with 2023, rent in Dawsonville, GA has increased by $143 per month, settling near $2,134 after starting the period at $1,991. On the earnings side, the typical household in Dawsonville, GA now reports about $90,929, up from $75,234 in 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 13.7 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 3,594 to 4,403 between 2021 and 2024, a 22.5% change. About 27.5% of households rent today, against 31.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 27.2% to 36%. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Dawsonville, GA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Dawsonville on your salary?

At $2,134/mo, how Dawsonville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 28.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 40.2% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 34.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 19.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 15.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 42.9% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 47.5% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 38.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Dawsonville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Dawsonville, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Dawsonville is $2,134/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,420/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,630/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,470/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,970/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($90,929/yr), Dawsonville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dawsonville an affordable city for renters?

Dawsonville is considered affordable for renters. At $2,134/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($90,929/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dawsonville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Dawsonville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,134/mo in Dawsonville. The local median household income is $90,929/yr, meaning the typical Dawsonville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dawsonville?

Rent in Dawsonville has increased 4.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Dawsonville rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Dawsonville is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #22 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,134/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dawsonville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dawsonville ($2,134/mo): Gainesville ($1,635/mo), Oakwood ($1,653/mo).

What percentage of Dawsonville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.5% of Dawsonville households are renters, while 72.5% are owner-occupied. Dawsonville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Dawsonville rent compare to the national average?

Dawsonville's median rent of $2,134/mo is $169 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #22 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

28%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,134/mo, rent takes ~28% of Dawsonville's median household income ($90,929/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Dawsonville 28%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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