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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Fayetteville, GA is $2,362. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fayetteville cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Fayetteville is one of the pricier cities in Georgia, ranking #6 out of 135 cities tracked at $2,362/mo.

When was Fayetteville rent data last updated?

Fayetteville 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

Fayetteville

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Pop. 19,719·6th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Fayetteville, GA

Median rent (all units)

$2,362/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.4%

Month-over-Month

-0.1%

vs US Median

+$397

Stable (Monthly)

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Fayetteville · $2,362

More expensive than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

66/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Fayetteville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,362/mo

Expected by trend

$2,563/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,740

1 BR

$1,805

2 BR

$2,000

3 BR

$2,410

4 BR+

$2,900

Research median

$2,000/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

$28,344/yr

At $2,362/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (3.4% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.4% YoY, -0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Fayetteville, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 41.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

19,719

Median income

$82,188

Median age

42.7

Renters

31%

Age distribution

21.6%

19.5%

22.5%

14.1%

22.3%

Under 1821.6%

18–3419.5%

35–5422.5%

55–6414.1%

65+22.3%

Gender

47%

53%

Male47%

Female53%

Race & ethnicity

38.8%

39.9%

White38.8%

Black39.9%

Hispanic5.1%

Asian5.5%

Other10.8%

Education (25+)

23.9%

28.9%

41.2%

No HS diploma5.9%

HS diploma23.9%

Some college28.9%

Bachelor's+41.2%

Housing tenure

69%

31%

Owner69%

Renter31%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Fayetteville, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,765 → $2,362

up 33.8%

Income

$73,998 → $82,188

up 11.1%

Population

18,633 → 19,719

up 5.8%

Renter share

31.1% → 31%

-0.1 pts

Bachelor's+

37.4% → 41.2%

+3.8 pts

Five years ago, renters in Fayetteville, GA paid around $1,765 a month. That figure now sits near $2,362, up 33.8% from the 2021 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $82,188 today, compared with $73,998 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Fayetteville, GA adding about 1,086 residents over the five-year window, up 5.8% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 37.4% to 41.2% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fayetteville on your salary?

At $2,362/mo, how Fayetteville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 31.6% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 44.5% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 38.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 21.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 16.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 47.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 52.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 42.7% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Fayetteville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Fayetteville

About renting in Fayetteville, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fayetteville is $2,362/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,740/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,000/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,805/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,410/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($82,188/yr), Fayetteville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fayetteville an affordable city for renters?

Fayetteville is considered moderate for renters. At $2,362/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($82,188/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fayetteville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Fayetteville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $94,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,362/mo in Fayetteville. The local median household income is $82,188/yr, meaning the typical Fayetteville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fayetteville?

Rent in Fayetteville has increased 3.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Fayetteville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Fayetteville are 30214 ($2,319/mo), and 30215 ($2,406/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Fayetteville is $2,362/mo.

How does Fayetteville rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Fayetteville is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #6 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,362/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fayetteville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fayetteville ($2,362/mo): Jonesboro ($1,604/mo), Riverdale ($1,628/mo), Bonanza ($1,891/mo).

What percentage of Fayetteville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31% of Fayetteville households are renters, while 69% are owner-occupied. Fayetteville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fayetteville rent compare to the national average?

Fayetteville's median rent of $2,362/mo is $397 (20%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #6 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $2,362/mo, rent takes ~34% of Fayetteville's median household income ($82,188/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fayetteville 34%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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