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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Douglasville, GA is $1,905. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Douglasville cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Douglasville falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #52 out of 135 cities at $1,905/mo.

When was Douglasville rent data last updated?

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

City Report · GA

Douglasville

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Pop. 37,536·52nd most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Douglasville, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,905/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.6%

Month-over-Month

-0.2%

vs US Median

-$60

Stable (Monthly)

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Douglasville · $1,905

More expensive than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

74/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 12% below what Douglasville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,905/mo

Expected by trend

$2,167/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Douglasville's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,450

1 BR

$1,505

2 BR

$1,670

3 BR

$2,010

4 BR+

$2,420

Research median

$1,670/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

$22,860/yr

At $1,905/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.6% YoY, -0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Douglasville, GA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, 35.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

37,536

Median income

$79,107

Median age

36.2

Renters

51.7%

Age distribution

26.4%

21.5%

31.9%

Under 1826.4%

18–3421.5%

35–5431.9%

55–648.8%

65+11.4%

Gender

48.5%

51.5%

Male48.5%

Female51.5%

Race & ethnicity

21.1%

68.2%

White21.1%

Black68.2%

Hispanic7.5%

Asian1.8%

Other1.5%

Education (25+)

27.2%

30.8%

35.2%

No HS diploma6.7%

HS diploma27.2%

Some college30.8%

Bachelor's+35.2%

Housing tenure

48.3%

51.7%

Owner48.3%

Renter51.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Douglasville, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,520 → $1,905

up 25.3%

Income

$61,729 → $79,107

up 28.2%

Population

34,410 → 37,536

up 9.1%

Renter share

53.3% → 51.7%

-1.6 pts

Bachelor's+

34.9% → 35.2%

+0.3 pts

Median age

37 → 36.2

-0.8 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Douglasville, GA has shifted from $1,520 to $1,905, up 25.3% since 2021. On the earnings side, the typical household in Douglasville, GA now reports about $79,107, up from $61,729 in 2021. Census counts show Douglasville, GA adding about 3,126 residents over the five-year window, up 9.1% on net. The renter share has eased from 53.3% to 51.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Douglasville, GA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Douglasville on your salary?

At $1,905/mo, how Douglasville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 25.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 35.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 17.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 13.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 38.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 42.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Douglasville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Douglasville, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Douglasville is $1,905/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,450/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,670/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,505/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,010/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($79,107/yr), Douglasville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Douglasville an affordable city for renters?

Douglasville is considered affordable for renters. At $1,905/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($79,107/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Douglasville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Douglasville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,905/mo in Douglasville. The local median household income is $79,107/yr, meaning the typical Douglasville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Douglasville?

Rent in Douglasville has increased 0.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Douglasville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Douglasville are 30134 ($1,806/mo), and 30135 ($2,021/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Douglasville is $1,905/mo.

How does Douglasville rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Douglasville is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #52 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,905/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Douglasville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Douglasville ($1,905/mo): Lithia Springs ($1,547/mo), Austell ($1,851/mo).

What percentage of Douglasville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.7% of Douglasville households are renters, while 48.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Douglasville has a strong rental market.

How does Douglasville rent compare to the national average?

Douglasville's median rent of $1,905/mo is $60 (3%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #52 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,905/mo, rent takes ~29% of Douglasville's median household income ($79,107/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Douglasville 29%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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