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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Hinesville, GA is $1,730. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Hinesville cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Hinesville falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #81 out of 135 cities at $1,730/mo.

When was Hinesville rent data last updated?

Hinesville 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

Hinesville

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Pop. 35,679·81st most expensive in Georgia·Hinesville rents are up 6.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,730/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.6%

Month-over-Month

+0.7%

vs US Median

-$235

Rising (Monthly)

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Hinesville · $1,730

More affordable than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

50/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Hinesville's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,730/mo

Expected by trend

$1,728/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,120

1 BR

$1,170

2 BR

$1,290

3 BR

$1,740

4 BR+

$2,170

Research median

$1,290/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

$20,760/yr

At $1,730/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.6% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Hinesville, GA is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 21% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

35,679

Median income

$60,028

Median age

28.9

Renters

52.6%

Age distribution

28.2%

33.9%

21.5%

Under 1828.2%

18–3433.9%

35–5421.5%

55–647.6%

65+8.7%

Gender

50.4%

49.6%

Male50.4%

Female49.6%

Race & ethnicity

28.6%

50.2%

13.1%

White28.6%

Black50.2%

Hispanic13.1%

Asian2.2%

Other6%

Education (25+)

30.9%

44.1%

21%

No HS diploma4%

HS diploma30.9%

Some college44.1%

Bachelor's+21%

Housing tenure

47.4%

52.6%

Owner47.4%

Renter52.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hinesville, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,125 → $1,730

up 53.8%

Income

$49,363 → $60,028

up 21.6%

Population

34,733 → 35,679

up 2.7%

Renter share

55.5% → 52.6%

-2.9 pts

Bachelor's+

20.1% → 21%

+0.9 pts

Median age

29.4 → 28.9

-0.5 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Hinesville, GA has shifted from $1,125 to $1,730, up 53.8% since 2021. Census figures show median household income at $60,028 today, compared with $49,363 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Hinesville, GA adding about 946 residents over the five-year window, up 2.7% on net. The renter share has eased from 55.5% to 52.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Hinesville on your salary?

At $1,730/mo, how Hinesville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 23.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 32.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 28.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 15.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 12.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 34.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 38.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 31.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Hinesville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Hinesville, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hinesville is $1,730/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,120/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,290/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,170/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,740/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($60,028/yr), Hinesville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hinesville an affordable city for renters?

Hinesville is considered moderate for renters. At $1,730/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($60,028/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hinesville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hinesville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,730/mo in Hinesville. The local median household income is $60,028/yr, meaning the typical Hinesville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hinesville?

Rent in Hinesville has increased 6.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Hinesville rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Hinesville is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #81 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,730/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hinesville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hinesville ($1,730/mo): Jesup ($1,300/mo), Pooler ($1,692/mo).

What percentage of Hinesville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52.6% of Hinesville households are renters, while 47.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Hinesville has a strong rental market.

How does Hinesville rent compare to the national average?

Hinesville's median rent of $1,730/mo is $235 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #81 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

35%

MODERATE

At $1,730/mo, rent takes ~35% of Hinesville's median household income ($60,028/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hinesville 35%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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