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East Point

Pop. 38,335·108th most expensive in Georgia·East Point rents are up 6.6% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,574/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.6%
Month-over-Month
+6.9%
vs US Median
-$391
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East Point · $1,574
More affordable than 71% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
60/100
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Rents are 5% below what East Point's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,574/mo
Expected by trend
$1,658/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,460
1 BR
$1,520
2 BR
$1,680
3 BR
$2,020
4 BR+
$2,440
Research median
$1,680/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
$18,888/yr
At $1,574/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 6.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.6% YoY, +6.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

East Point, GA is majority renter-occupied, 35.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
38,335
Median income
$68,598
Median age
36.3
Renters
56.4%
Age distribution
24.6%
22.9%
30%
Under 1824.6%
18–3422.9%
35–5430%
55–6411.9%
65+10.5%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
12.2%
75.7%
White12.2%
Black75.7%
Hispanic11.7%
Asian1%
Education (25+)
28.3%
25.2%
35.6%
No HS diploma10.9%
HS diploma28.3%
Some college25.2%
Bachelor's+35.6%
Housing tenure
43.6%
56.4%
Owner43.6%
Renter56.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How East Point, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,012 → $1,574
up 55.5%
Income
$50,371 → $68,598
up 36.2%
Population
37,895 → 38,335
up 1.2%
Renter share
58.2% → 56.4%
-1.8 pts
Bachelor's+
35.2% → 35.6%
+0.4 pts
Median age
35.1 → 36.3
+1.2 yrs

Rent in East Point, GA has increased 55.5% since 2021, going from about $1,012 per month to roughly $1,574 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in East Point, GA now reports about $68,598, up from $50,371 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 19.3 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 37,895 to 38,335 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.2% change. About 56.4% of households rent today, against 58.2% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and East Point, GA reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in East Point, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in East Point is $1,574/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,460/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,680/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,520/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,020/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($68,598/yr), East Point ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is East Point an affordable city for renters?

East Point is considered affordable for renters. At $1,574/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($68,598/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. East Point falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in East Point?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,574/mo in East Point. The local median household income is $68,598/yr, meaning the typical East Point household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in East Point?

Rent in East Point has increased 6.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does East Point rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

East Point is one of the more affordable cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #108 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,574/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than East Point?

Forest Park is nearby and more affordable at $1,227/mo, which is $347 less than East Point.

What percentage of East Point residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 56.4% of East Point households are renters, while 43.6% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, East Point has a strong rental market.

How does East Point rent compare to the national average?

East Point's median rent of $1,574/mo is $391 (20%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #108 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,574/mo, rent takes ~28% of East Point's median household income ($68,598/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.99%
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