How much does it cost to rent in Johns Creek, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Johns Creek, GA is $2,561. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Johns Creek cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Johns Creek is one of the pricier cities in Georgia, ranking #2 out of 135 cities tracked at $2,561/mo.

When was Johns Creek rent data last updated?

Johns Creek 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

Johns Creek

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Pop. 81,988·2nd most expensive in Georgia·Johns Creek rents are up 12.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,561/mo

Year-over-Year

+12.5%

Month-over-Month

+9.0%

vs US Median

+$596

Rising (Monthly)

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Johns Creek · $2,561

More expensive than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

45/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% above what Johns Creek's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,561/mo

Expected by trend

$2,502/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,050

1 BR

$2,130

2 BR

$2,360

3 BR

$2,840

4 BR+

$3,420

Research median

$2,360/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

$30,732/yr

At $2,561/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 12.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+12.5% YoY, +9.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Johns Creek, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 72.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

81,988

Median income

$160,093

Median age

43.3

Renters

19.6%

Age distribution

26%

13.3%

31.5%

15.6%

13.7%

Under 1826%

18–3413.3%

35–5431.5%

55–6415.6%

65+13.7%

Gender

48.2%

51.8%

Male48.2%

Female51.8%

Race & ethnicity

47.6%

29.5%

White47.6%

Black10.4%

Hispanic6.5%

Asian29.5%

Other5.9%

Education (25+)

15.5%

72.7%

No HS diploma4.7%

HS diploma7.1%

Some college15.5%

Bachelor's+72.7%

Housing tenure

80.4%

19.6%

Owner80.4%

Renter19.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Johns Creek, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,807 → $2,561

up 41.7%

Income

$133,948 → $160,093

up 19.5%

Population

82,068 → 81,988

down 0.1%

Renter share

24% → 19.6%

-4.4 pts

Bachelor's+

69.1% → 72.7%

+3.6 pts

Median age

42 → 43.3

+1.3 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Johns Creek, GA has increased from $1,807 to $2,561, a 41.7% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $133,948 to $160,093 across the same window, up 19.5% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 19.6% of households, compared with 24% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 72.7% of adults here, versus 69.1% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Johns Creek, GA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Johns Creek on your salary?

At $2,561/mo, how Johns Creek rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 34.2% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 48.2% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 41.9% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 23.4% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 18.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 51.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 57% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 46.3% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Johns Creek rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Johns Creek, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Johns Creek is $2,561/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,050/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,360/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,130/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,840/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($160,093/yr), Johns Creek ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Johns Creek an affordable city for renters?

Johns Creek is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,561/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($160,093/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Johns Creek falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Johns Creek?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $102,000/year (~$49/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,561/mo in Johns Creek. The local median household income is $160,093/yr, meaning the typical Johns Creek household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Johns Creek?

Rent in Johns Creek has increased 12.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Johns Creek rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Johns Creek is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #2 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,561/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Johns Creek?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Johns Creek ($2,561/mo): Norcross ($1,422/mo), Peachtree Corners ($1,517/mo), Duluth ($1,689/mo).

What percentage of Johns Creek residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.6% of Johns Creek households are renters, while 80.4% are owner-occupied. Johns Creek leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Johns Creek rent compare to the national average?

Johns Creek's median rent of $2,561/mo is $596 (30%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #2 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

19%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,561/mo, rent takes ~19% of Johns Creek's median household income ($160,093/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Johns Creek 19%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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