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Hapeville

Pop. 6,630·44th most expensive in Georgia·Hapeville rents are up 28.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,955/mo
Year-over-Year
+28.4%
Month-over-Month
+1.9%
vs US Median
-$10
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Hapeville · $1,955
More expensive than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,955/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$78,000/yr
Local median income
$95,714/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hapeville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$1,728
2 BR
$1,482
3 BR
$1,745
Research median
$1,482/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
$23,460/yr
At $1,955/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 28.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+28.4% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hapeville, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 43.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,630
Median income
$95,714
Median age
37
Renters
44.3%
Age distribution
23.3%
20.6%
30.7%
16.5%
Under 1823.3%
18–3420.6%
35–5430.7%
55–6416.5%
65+8.9%
Gender
55%
45%
Male55%
Female45%
Race & ethnicity
30.2%
35.9%
27.1%
White30.2%
Black35.9%
Hispanic27.1%
Asian4.9%
Other1.9%
Education (25+)
13.3%
18.9%
24.6%
43.2%
No HS diploma13.3%
HS diploma18.9%
Some college24.6%
Bachelor's+43.2%
Housing tenure
55.7%
44.3%
Owner55.7%
Renter44.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hapeville, GA has changed in 5 years

Income
$72,426 → $95,714
up 32.2%
Population
6,553 → 6,630
up 1.2%
Renter share
46.8% → 44.3%
-2.5 pts
Bachelor's+
34.2% → 43.2%
+9.0 pts
Median age
34.2 → 37
+2.8 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $72,426 in 2021 to $95,714 more recently. The population has grown by 1.2% since 2021, moving from about 6,553 residents to roughly 6,630. Renters now make up 44.3% of households, compared with 46.8% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 43.2% of adults here, versus 34.2% in 2021.

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At $1,955/mo, how Hapeville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Hapeville rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Hapeville, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hapeville is $1,955/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,482/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,728/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,745/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($95,714/yr), Hapeville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 28.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hapeville an affordable city for renters?

Hapeville is considered affordable for renters. At $1,955/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($95,714/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hapeville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Hapeville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $78,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,955/mo in Hapeville. The local median household income is $95,714/yr, meaning the typical Hapeville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hapeville?

Rent in Hapeville has increased 28.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Hapeville rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Hapeville is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #44 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,955/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hapeville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hapeville ($1,955/mo): Forest Park ($1,227/mo), East Point ($1,574/mo), Riverdale ($1,628/mo).

What percentage of Hapeville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.3% of Hapeville households are renters, while 55.7% are owner-occupied. Hapeville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hapeville rent compare to the national average?

Hapeville's median rent of $1,955/mo is $10 (1%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #44 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,955/mo, rent takes ~25% of Hapeville's median household income ($95,714/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.99%
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