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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Jefferson, GA is $1,773. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Jefferson cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Jefferson falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #75 out of 135 cities at $1,773/mo.

When was Jefferson rent data last updated?

Jefferson 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

Jefferson

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Pop. 14,990·75th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Jefferson, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,773/mo

Year-over-Year

-2.2%

Month-over-Month

+4.0%

vs US Median

-$192

Rising (Monthly)

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Jefferson · $1,773

More affordable than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

52/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,773/mo

Expected by trend

$1,791/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$940

1 BR

$940

2 BR

$1,120

3 BR

$1,470

4 BR+

$1,880

Research median

$1,120/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

$21,276/yr

At $1,773/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.2% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (-2.2% YoY, +4.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Jefferson, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 34.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

14,990

Median income

$109,828

Median age

35.6

Renters

20.4%

Age distribution

29.4%

19.5%

31%

Under 1829.4%

18–3419.5%

35–5431%

55–648.6%

65+11.4%

Gender

51.5%

48.5%

Male51.5%

Female48.5%

Race & ethnicity

76.8%

White76.8%

Black9.8%

Hispanic10.2%

Asian2.1%

Other1.2%

Education (25+)

30.1%

25.7%

34.9%

No HS diploma9.2%

HS diploma30.1%

Some college25.7%

Bachelor's+34.9%

Housing tenure

79.6%

20.4%

Owner79.6%

Renter20.4%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Jefferson, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,577 → $1,773

up 12.4%

Income

$82,692 → $109,828

up 32.8%

Population

12,727 → 14,990

up 17.8%

Renter share

22.8% → 20.4%

-2.4 pts

Bachelor's+

32.1% → 34.9%

+2.8 pts

Median age

33.4 → 35.6

+2.2 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Jefferson, GA has climbed from $1,577 to $1,773, a 12.4% change over five years. Median household income rose from $82,692 to $109,828 between 2021 and 2024, a 32.8% shift. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 17.8% since 2021, moving from about 12,727 residents to roughly 14,990. Renters now make up 20.4% of households, compared with 22.8% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 34.9% of adults here, versus 32.1% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Jefferson, GA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Jefferson on your salary?

At $1,773/mo, how Jefferson rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 23.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 33.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 29% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 16.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 12.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 35.7% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 39.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 32% income

stretched

By apartment size

Jefferson rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Jefferson, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Jefferson is $1,773/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $940/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,120/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $940/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,470/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($109,828/yr), Jefferson ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Jefferson an affordable city for renters?

Jefferson is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,773/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($109,828/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Jefferson falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Jefferson?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $71,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,773/mo in Jefferson. The local median household income is $109,828/yr, meaning the typical Jefferson household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Jefferson?

Rent in Jefferson has decreased 2.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Jefferson rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Jefferson is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #75 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,773/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Jefferson?

Commerce is nearby and more affordable at $1,514/mo, which is $259 less than Jefferson.

What percentage of Jefferson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.4% of Jefferson households are renters, while 79.6% are owner-occupied. Jefferson leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Jefferson rent compare to the national average?

Jefferson's median rent of $1,773/mo is $192 (10%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #75 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

19%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,773/mo, rent takes ~19% of Jefferson's median household income ($109,828/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Jefferson 19%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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