1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Decatur, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Decatur, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +7% lower than the citywide median of $1,762 and +17% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Decatur
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Decatur
Compare Decatur's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,240 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,130 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,120 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,100 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,970 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,933 |
| 7 | Richmond Hill | $1,920 |
| 8 | Powder Springs | $1,920 |
| 9 | Snellville | $1,910 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,910 |
| 11 | Buford | $1,910 |
| 12 | Auburn | $1,910 |
| 13 | Lawrenceville | $1,905 |
| 14 | Woodstock | $1,900 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,851 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Decatur.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Decatur |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkston, GA | 4.3 mi | $1,420 | $-214 (-13%) |
| Stone Mountain, GA | 6.7 mi | $1,637 | +$3 (0%) |
| Tucker, GA | 7.9 mi | $1,710 | +$76 (+5%) |
| Conley, GA | 8.1 mi | $1,170 | $-464 (-28%) |
| Atlanta, GA | 9 mi | $1,851 | +$217 (+13%) |
| Chamblee, GA | 9.9 mi | $1,634 | — |
| Brookhaven, GA | 10.3 mi | $1,597 | $-37 (-2%) |
| Doraville, GA | 10.5 mi | $1,744 | +$110 (+7%) |
| Rex, GA | 11.4 mi | $1,470 | $-164 (-10%) |
| Hapeville, GA | 12.1 mi | $1,728 | +$94 (+6%) |
| Forest Park, GA | 12.1 mi | $1,220 | $-414 (-25%) |
| Lilburn, GA | 13.2 mi | $1,810 | +$176 (+11%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Decatur — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Decatur?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Decatur, Georgia is $1,634 per month. This is +7% below the citywide median of $1,762.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Decatur?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $65,360 ($5,447/month gross), which works out to roughly $31.42/hour at a full-time job.
Is Decatur expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Decatur's 1-bedroom median of $1,634 is +17% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 66th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Decatur rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Decatur ranks #93 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Decatur?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Clarkston ($1,420), Conley ($1,170), Brookhaven ($1,597).