City Report · GA

Hahira

Pop. 3,451·37th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Hahira, GA
Median rent (all units)
$2,021/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-5.8%
vs US Median
+$56
Falling (Monthly)
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Hahira · $2,021
More expensive than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
34% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,021/mo, rent takes about 34% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$81,000/yr
Local median income
$70,966/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hahira's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,170
1 BR
$1,180
2 BR
$1,520
3 BR
$2,040
4 BR+
$2,350
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
$24,252/yr
At $2,021/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -5.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hahira, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 33.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,451
Median income
$70,966
Median age
32
Renters
30.8%
Age distribution
28.1%
24.8%
27.2%
Under 1828.1%
18–3424.8%
35–5427.2%
55–648.5%
65+11.3%
Gender
44.9%
55.1%
Male44.9%
Female55.1%
Race & ethnicity
59.5%
26.5%
White59.5%
Black26.5%
Hispanic10.6%
Other3.4%
Education (25+)
26%
29.5%
33.1%
No HS diploma11.4%
HS diploma26%
Some college29.5%
Bachelor's+33.1%
Housing tenure
69.2%
30.8%
Owner69.2%
Renter30.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hahira, GA has changed in 5 years

Income
$61,931 → $70,966
up 14.6%
Population
3,302 → 3,451
up 4.5%
Renter share
25.8% → 30.8%
+5.0 pts
Bachelor's+
32.7% → 33.1%
+0.4 pts
Median age
27.3 → 32
+4.7 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $61,931 to $70,966 across the same window, up 14.6% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 3,302 to 3,451 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.5% change. About 30.8% of households rent today, against 25.8% in 2021.

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Hahira rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Hahira, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hahira is $2,021/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,170/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,520/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,180/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,040/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($70,966/yr), Hahira ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hahira an affordable city for renters?

Hahira is considered moderate for renters. At $2,021/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($70,966/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hahira slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hahira?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $81,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,021/mo in Hahira. The local median household income is $70,966/yr, meaning the typical Hahira household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hahira?

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

How does Hahira rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Hahira is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #37 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,021/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hahira?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hahira ($2,021/mo): Moultrie ($1,195/mo), Valdosta ($1,345/mo), Thomasville ($1,738/mo).

What percentage of Hahira residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.8% of Hahira households are renters, while 69.2% are owner-occupied. Hahira leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hahira rent compare to the national average?

Hahira's median rent of $2,021/mo is $56 (3%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #37 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $2,021/mo, rent takes ~34% of Hahira's median household income ($70,966/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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