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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Duluth, GA is $1,689. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Duluth cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Duluth is among the more affordable cities in Georgia, ranking #91 out of 135 cities at $1,689/mo.

When was Duluth rent data last updated?

Duluth 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

Duluth

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Pop. 32,426·91st most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Duluth, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,689/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.8%

Month-over-Month

+0.5%

vs US Median

-$276

Stable (Monthly)

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Duluth · $1,689

More affordable than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

80/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 15% below what Duluth's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,689/mo

Expected by trend

$1,982/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,380

1 BR

$1,434

2 BR

$1,588

3 BR

$1,912

4 BR+

$2,304

Research median

$1,588/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

$20,268/yr

At $1,689/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, +0.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Duluth, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 53.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

32,426

Median income

$95,331

Median age

39.5

Renters

43.5%

Age distribution

21.6%

22%

28.8%

14.3%

13.3%

Under 1821.6%

18–3422%

35–5428.8%

55–6414.3%

65+13.3%

Gender

47.4%

52.6%

Male47.4%

Female52.6%

Race & ethnicity

35.2%

23.7%

16.3%

22.1%

White35.2%

Black23.7%

Hispanic16.3%

Asian22.1%

Other2.6%

Education (25+)

17.8%

23.1%

53.7%

No HS diploma5.4%

HS diploma17.8%

Some college23.1%

Bachelor's+53.7%

Housing tenure

56.5%

43.5%

Owner56.5%

Renter43.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Duluth, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,412 → $1,689

up 19.6%

Income

$77,516 → $95,331

up 23.0%

Population

31,506 → 32,426

up 2.9%

Renter share

41.3% → 43.5%

+2.2 pts

Bachelor's+

53.2% → 53.7%

+0.5 pts

Median age

40 → 39.5

-0.5 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Duluth, GA has increased by $277 per month, settling near $1,689 after starting the period at $1,412. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $77,516 in 2021 to $95,331 more recently. Income growth outran rent by about 3.4 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 31,506 to 32,426 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.9% change. About 43.5% of households rent today, against 41.3% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Duluth, GA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Duluth on your salary?

At $1,689/mo, how Duluth rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 22.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 31.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 15.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 12.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 34% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 37.6% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Duluth rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Duluth

About renting in Duluth, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Duluth is $1,689/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,380/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,588/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,434/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,912/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($95,331/yr), Duluth ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Duluth an affordable city for renters?

Duluth is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,689/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($95,331/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Duluth falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Duluth?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,689/mo in Duluth. The local median household income is $95,331/yr, meaning the typical Duluth household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Duluth?

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

Which Duluth neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Duluth are 30096 ($1,677/mo), and 30097 ($1,952/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Duluth is $1,689/mo.

How does Duluth rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Duluth is one of the more affordable cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #91 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,689/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Duluth?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Duluth ($1,689/mo): Norcross ($1,422/mo), Peachtree Corners ($1,517/mo).

What percentage of Duluth residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 43.5% of Duluth households are renters, while 56.5% are owner-occupied. Duluth leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Duluth rent compare to the national average?

Duluth's median rent of $1,689/mo is $276 (14%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #91 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,689/mo, rent takes ~21% of Duluth's median household income ($95,331/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Duluth 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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