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Hoschton

Pop. 4,534·15th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Hoschton, GA
Median rent (all units)
$2,164/mo
Year-over-Year
-4.6%
Month-over-Month
+1.5%
vs US Median
+$199
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Hoschton · $2,164
More expensive than 68% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
27% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,164/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$87,000/yr
Local median income
$97,083/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hoschton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

2 BR
$1,000
3 BR
$1,722
4 BR+
$1,717
Research median
$1,000/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$25,968/yr
At $2,164/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 (-4.6% YoY, +1.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hoschton, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 39.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,534
Median income
$97,083
Median age
37
Renters
12.5%
Age distribution
23.2%
24.5%
24.9%
13.6%
13.8%
Under 1823.2%
18–3424.5%
35–5424.9%
55–6413.6%
65+13.8%
Gender
43.9%
56.1%
Male43.9%
Female56.1%
Race & ethnicity
76.5%
White76.5%
Black8.1%
Hispanic11.3%
Asian3.3%
Other0.8%
Education (25+)
27.7%
22.7%
39.2%
No HS diploma10.5%
HS diploma27.7%
Some college22.7%
Bachelor's+39.2%
Housing tenure
87.5%
12.5%
Owner87.5%
Renter12.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hoschton, GA has changed in 5 years

Income
$80,152 → $97,083
up 21.1%
Population
2,684 → 4,534
up 68.9%
Renter share
19.8% → 12.5%
-7.3 pts
Bachelor's+
29.3% → 39.2%
+9.9 pts
Median age
34.5 → 37
+2.5 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $97,083 today, compared with $80,152 five years earlier. The population has grown by 68.9% since 2021, moving from about 2,684 residents to roughly 4,534. Renters now make up 12.5% of households, compared with 19.8% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 39.2% of adults here, versus 29.3% in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hoschton is $2,164/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,000/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,722/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($97,083/yr), Hoschton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hoschton an affordable city for renters?

Hoschton is considered affordable for renters. At $2,164/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($97,083/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hoschton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Hoschton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $87,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,164/mo in Hoschton. The local median household income is $97,083/yr, meaning the typical Hoschton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hoschton?

Rent in Hoschton has decreased 4.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Hoschton rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Hoschton is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #15 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,164/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hoschton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hoschton ($2,164/mo): Pendergrass ($1,980/mo), Winder ($2,086/mo), Bethlehem ($2,135/mo).

What percentage of Hoschton residents rent vs. own?

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

How does Hoschton rent compare to the national average?

Hoschton's median rent of $2,164/mo is $199 (10%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #15 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,164/mo, rent takes ~27% of Hoschton's median household income ($97,083/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hoschton 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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