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Guyton

Pop. 2,740·5th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Guyton, GA
Median rent (all units)
$2,423/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+11.0%
vs US Median
+$458
Rising (Monthly)
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Guyton · $2,423
More expensive than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
34% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,423/mo, rent takes about 34% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$97,000/yr
Local median income
$86,250/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Guyton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,340
1 BR
$1,450
2 BR
$1,600
3 BR
$2,150
4 BR+
$2,480
Research median
$1,600/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
$29,076/yr
At $2,423/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +11.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Guyton, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
2,740
Median income
$86,250
Median age
31.1
Renters
12.5%
Age distribution
30.6%
26.4%
22.7%
Under 1830.6%
18–3426.4%
35–5422.7%
55–649%
65+11.3%
Gender
41.9%
58.1%
Male41.9%
Female58.1%
Race & ethnicity
48.1%
30.9%
13.1%
White48.1%
Black30.9%
Hispanic13.1%
Asian2.7%
Other5.1%
Education (25+)
22.4%
26.7%
32%
18.9%
No HS diploma22.4%
HS diploma26.7%
Some college32%
Bachelor's+18.9%
Housing tenure
87.5%
12.5%
Owner87.5%
Renter12.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Guyton, GA has changed in 5 years

Income
$68,214 → $86,250
up 26.4%
Population
2,278 → 2,740
up 20.3%
Renter share
27.2% → 12.5%
-14.7 pts
Bachelor's+
12.2% → 18.9%
+6.7 pts
Median age
30.4 → 31.1
+0.7 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $68,214 in 2021 to $86,250 more recently. The population has grown by 20.3% since 2021, moving from about 2,278 residents to roughly 2,740. Renters now make up 12.5% of households, compared with 27.2% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 18.9% of adults here, versus 12.2% in 2021.

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Guyton rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Guyton, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Guyton is $2,423/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,340/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,600/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,450/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,150/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($86,250/yr), Guyton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Guyton an affordable city for renters?

Guyton is considered moderate for renters. At $2,423/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($86,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Guyton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Guyton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $97,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,423/mo in Guyton. The local median household income is $86,250/yr, meaning the typical Guyton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Guyton?

Rent in Guyton has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Guyton rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Guyton is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #5 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,423/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Guyton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Guyton ($2,423/mo): Hardeeville ($1,499/mo), Pooler ($1,692/mo), Port Wentworth ($1,793/mo).

What percentage of Guyton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 12.5% of Guyton households are renters, while 87.5% are owner-occupied. Guyton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Guyton rent compare to the national average?

Guyton's median rent of $2,423/mo is $458 (23%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #5 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $2,423/mo, rent takes ~34% of Guyton's median household income ($86,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Guyton 34%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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