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Harlem

Pop. 3,885·43rd most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Harlem, GA
Median rent (all units)
$1,923/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
-$42
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Harlem · $1,923
More expensive than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
50% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,923/mo, rent takes about 50% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$77,000/yr
Local median income
$46,197/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Harlem's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$730
1 BR
$870
2 BR
$990
3 BR
$1,320
4 BR+
$1,610
Research median
$990/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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12-month history

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Last updated: March 14, 2026

Annual cost
$23,076/yr
At $1,923/mo median
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Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Harlem, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,885
Median income
$46,197
Median age
34.4
Renters
42.4%
Age distribution
27.3%
23.6%
23.9%
15.6%
Under 1827.3%
18–3423.6%
35–5423.9%
55–649.5%
65+15.6%
Gender
41.1%
58.9%
Male41.1%
Female58.9%
Race & ethnicity
55%
31.8%
White55%
Black31.8%
Hispanic6.9%
Other6.2%
Education (25+)
13.5%
37%
29.9%
19.7%
No HS diploma13.5%
HS diploma37%
Some college29.9%
Bachelor's+19.7%
Housing tenure
57.6%
42.4%
Owner57.6%
Renter42.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Harlem, GA has changed in 5 years

Income
$46,154 → $46,197
up 0.1%
Population
3,567 → 3,885
up 8.9%
Renter share
38.7% → 42.4%
+3.7 pts
Bachelor's+
16.1% → 19.7%
+3.6 pts
Median age
31.8 → 34.4
+2.6 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $46,154 to $46,197 across the same window, up 0.1% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 3,567 to 3,885 between 2021 and 2024, a 8.9% change. About 42.4% of households rent today, against 38.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 16.1% to 19.7%.

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About renting in Harlem, GA

Last updated: March 14, 2026

The median rent in Harlem is $1,923/mo as of March 2026. A studio apartment averages $730/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $990/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $870/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,320/mo.

At 50% of local median household income ($46,197/yr), Harlem ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Harlem an affordable city for renters?

Harlem is considered stretched for renters. At $1,923/mo, rent takes approximately 50% of the local median household income ($46,197/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Harlem significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Harlem?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,923/mo in Harlem. The local median household income is $46,197/yr, meaning the typical Harlem household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Harlem?

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

How does Harlem rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Harlem is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #43 out of 143 tracked cities at $1,923/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Harlem?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Harlem ($1,923/mo): Augusta ($1,392/mo), Hephzibah ($1,508/mo), Martinez ($1,712/mo).

What percentage of Harlem residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.4% of Harlem households are renters, while 57.6% are owner-occupied. Harlem leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Harlem rent compare to the national average?

Harlem's median rent of $1,923/mo is $42 (2%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #43 out of 143 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
50%
STRETCHED

At $1,923/mo, rent takes ~50% of Harlem's median household income ($46,197/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.99%
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