Studio Apartment Rent in Jonesboro, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Jonesboro, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +13% lower than the citywide median of $1,604 and +8% above the national studio median of $1,295.
Income needed for a studio in Jonesboro
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Jonesboro
Compare Jonesboro's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a studio in Georgia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,160 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,050 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,040 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,020 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,900 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,863 |
| 7 | Powder Springs | $1,850 |
| 8 | Snellville | $1,840 |
| 9 | Lawrenceville | $1,835 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,830 |
| 11 | Auburn | $1,830 |
| 12 | Woodstock | $1,825 |
| 13 | Buford | $1,825 |
| 14 | Richmond Hill | $1,780 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Jonesboro.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Jonesboro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale, GA | 5.8 mi | $1,435 | +$35 (+3%) |
| Forest Park, GA | 7.5 mi | $1,170 | $-230 (-16%) |
| Rex, GA | 7.6 mi | $1,420 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Hampton, GA | 7.9 mi | $1,610 | +$210 (+15%) |
| Conley, GA | 10.1 mi | $1,130 | $-270 (-19%) |
| College Park, GA | 11.3 mi | $1,180 | $-220 (-16%) |
| Stockbridge, GA | 11.7 mi | $1,510 | +$110 (+8%) |
| East Point, GA | 13.8 mi | $1,460 | +$60 (+4%) |
| Union City, GA | 14 mi | $1,320 | $-80 (-6%) |
| McDonough, GA | 16.3 mi | $1,675 | +$275 (+20%) |
| Peachtree City, GA | 17.1 mi | $2,020 | +$620 (+44%) |
| Decatur, GA | 17.7 mi | $1,572 | +$172 (+12%) |
Studio rent in Jonesboro — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Jonesboro?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Jonesboro, Georgia is $1,400 per month. This is +13% below the citywide median of $1,604.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Jonesboro?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $56,000 ($4,667/month gross), which works out to roughly $26.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Jonesboro expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Jonesboro's studio median of $1,400 is +8% above the national studio median of $1,295. It ranks in the 58th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Jonesboro rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 123 cities in Georgia with studio data, Jonesboro ranks #67 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Jonesboro?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Forest Park ($1,170), Conley ($1,130), College Park ($1,180).