Studio Apartment Rent in Decatur, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Decatur, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +11% lower than the citywide median of $1,762 and +21% above the national studio median of $1,295.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Decatur
Compare Decatur's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a studio in Georgia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,160 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,050 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,040 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,020 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,900 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,863 |
| 7 | Powder Springs | $1,850 |
| 8 | Snellville | $1,840 |
| 9 | Lawrenceville | $1,835 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,830 |
| 11 | Auburn | $1,830 |
| 12 | Woodstock | $1,825 |
| 13 | Buford | $1,825 |
| 14 | Richmond Hill | $1,780 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Decatur.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Decatur |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkston, GA | 4.3 mi | $1,370 | $-202 (-13%) |
| Stone Mountain, GA | 6.7 mi | $1,580 | +$8 (+1%) |
| Tucker, GA | 7.9 mi | $1,640 | +$68 (+4%) |
| Conley, GA | 8.1 mi | $1,130 | $-442 (-28%) |
| Atlanta, GA | 9 mi | $1,780 | +$208 (+13%) |
| Chamblee, GA | 9.9 mi | $1,571 | $-1 (0%) |
| Brookhaven, GA | 10.3 mi | $1,543 | $-29 (-2%) |
| Rex, GA | 11.4 mi | $1,420 | $-152 (-10%) |
| Forest Park, GA | 12.1 mi | $1,170 | $-402 (-26%) |
| Lilburn, GA | 13.2 mi | $1,740 | +$168 (+11%) |
| Stockbridge, GA | 13.2 mi | $1,510 | $-62 (-4%) |
| Dunwoody, GA | 13.4 mi | $1,446 | $-126 (-8%) |
Studio rent in Decatur — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Decatur?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Decatur, Georgia is $1,572 per month. This is +11% below the citywide median of $1,762.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Decatur?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $62,880 ($5,240/month gross), which works out to roughly $30.23/hour at a full-time job.
Is Decatur expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Decatur's studio median of $1,572 is +21% above the national studio median of $1,295. It ranks in the 69th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Decatur rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 123 cities in Georgia with studio data, Decatur ranks #93 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Decatur?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Clarkston ($1,370), Conley ($1,130), Chamblee ($1,571).