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Evans

Pop. 36,998·70th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Evans, GA
Median rent (all units)
$1,799/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.9%
Month-over-Month
+3.0%
vs US Median
-$166
Rising (Monthly)
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Evans · $1,799
More affordable than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
51/100
Fairly priced
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Rents are right about where Evans's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$1,799/mo
Expected by trend
$1,811/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,300
1 BR
$1,560
2 BR
$1,760
3 BR
$2,310
4 BR+
$2,830
Research median
$1,760/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$21,588/yr
At $1,799/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 2.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.9% YoY, +3.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Evans, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 52.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
36,998
Median income
$125,098
Median age
42
Renters
12.2%
Age distribution
25.9%
16%
27.5%
19%
Under 1825.9%
18–3416%
35–5427.5%
55–6411.6%
65+19%
Gender
51.5%
48.5%
Male51.5%
Female48.5%
Race & ethnicity
75.3%
White75.3%
Black9.9%
Hispanic8.5%
Asian6.6%
Education (25+)
15.2%
27.9%
52.2%
No HS diploma4.7%
HS diploma15.2%
Some college27.9%
Bachelor's+52.2%
Housing tenure
87.8%
12.2%
Owner87.8%
Renter12.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Evans, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,488 → $1,799
up 20.9%
Income
$118,399 → $125,098
up 5.7%
Population
38,452 → 36,998
down 3.8%
Renter share
11.4% → 12.2%
+0.8 pts
Bachelor's+
49.6% → 52.2%
+2.6 pts
Median age
39.9 → 42
+2.1 yrs

The median rent in Evans, GA stood at $1,488 in 2022 and currently runs about $1,799, reflecting a 20.9% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Evans, GA now reports about $125,098, up from $118,399 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 3.8% since 2021, moving from about 38,452 residents to roughly 36,998. College-educated residents now make up 52.2% of adults here, versus 49.6% in 2021. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Evans, GA reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Evans, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Evans is $1,799/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,300/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,760/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,560/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,310/mo.

At 17% of local median household income ($125,098/yr), Evans ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Evans an affordable city for renters?

Evans is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,799/mo, rent takes approximately 17% of the local median household income ($125,098/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Evans falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Evans?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,799/mo in Evans. The local median household income is $125,098/yr, meaning the typical Evans household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Evans?

Rent in Evans has increased 2.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Evans rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Evans is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #70 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,799/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Evans?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Evans ($1,799/mo): Augusta ($1,392/mo), North Augusta ($1,569/mo), Martinez ($1,712/mo).

What percentage of Evans residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 12.2% of Evans households are renters, while 87.8% are owner-occupied. Evans leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Evans rent compare to the national average?

Evans's median rent of $1,799/mo is $166 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #70 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
17%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,799/mo, rent takes ~17% of Evans's median household income ($125,098/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Evans 17%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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