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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Gainesville, GA is $1,635. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Gainesville cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Gainesville is among the more affordable cities in Georgia, ranking #99 out of 135 cities at $1,635/mo.

When was Gainesville rent data last updated?

Gainesville 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

Gainesville

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Pop. 45,032·99th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Gainesville, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,635/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.1%

Month-over-Month

-2.5%

vs US Median

-$330

Falling (Monthly)

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Gainesville · $1,635

More affordable than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

82/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 16% below what Gainesville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,635/mo

Expected by trend

$1,944/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,180

1 BR

$1,373

2 BR

$1,520

3 BR

$1,833

4 BR+

$2,080

Research median

$1,520/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

$19,620/yr

At $1,635/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 1.1% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.1% YoY, -2.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Gainesville, GA is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

45,032

Median income

$66,974

Median age

33.3

Renters

60.8%

Age distribution

25.6%

27.3%

23.5%

14.8%

Under 1825.6%

18–3427.3%

35–5423.5%

55–648.8%

65+14.8%

Gender

48.6%

51.4%

Male48.6%

Female51.4%

Race & ethnicity

49.9%

15%

37%

White49.9%

Black15%

Hispanic37%

Asian2.9%

Education (25+)

24.9%

25.8%

22.2%

27.1%

No HS diploma24.9%

HS diploma25.8%

Some college22.2%

Bachelor's+27.1%

Housing tenure

39.2%

60.8%

Owner39.2%

Renter60.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Gainesville, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,283 → $1,635

up 27.4%

Income

$57,258 → $66,974

up 17.0%

Population

41,730 → 45,032

up 7.9%

Renter share

57.1% → 60.8%

+3.7 pts

Bachelor's+

26.1% → 27.1%

+1.0 pts

Median age

32.4 → 33.3

+0.9 yrs

The median rent in Gainesville, GA stood at $1,283 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,635, reflecting a 27.4% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $57,258 in 2021 to $66,974 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 7.9% since 2021, moving from about 41,730 residents to roughly 45,032. Renters now make up 60.8% of households, compared with 57.1% five years ago. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Gainesville, GA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Gainesville on your salary?

At $1,635/mo, how Gainesville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 26.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 15% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 11.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 32.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 36.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

Gainesville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Gainesville, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Gainesville is $1,635/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,180/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,520/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,373/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,833/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($66,974/yr), Gainesville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Gainesville an affordable city for renters?

Gainesville is considered affordable for renters. At $1,635/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($66,974/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Gainesville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Gainesville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,635/mo in Gainesville. The local median household income is $66,974/yr, meaning the typical Gainesville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Gainesville?

Rent in Gainesville has increased 1.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Gainesville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Gainesville are 30501 ($1,554/mo), 30504 ($1,931/mo), and 30506 ($2,050/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Gainesville is $1,635/mo.

How does Gainesville rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Gainesville is one of the more affordable cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #99 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,635/mo.

What percentage of Gainesville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 60.8% of Gainesville households are renters, while 39.2% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Gainesville has a strong rental market.

How does Gainesville rent compare to the national average?

Gainesville's median rent of $1,635/mo is $330 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #99 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,635/mo, rent takes ~29% of Gainesville's median household income ($66,974/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Gainesville 29%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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