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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Kennesaw, GA is $1,774. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Kennesaw cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Kennesaw falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #74 out of 135 cities at $1,774/mo.

When was Kennesaw rent data last updated?

Kennesaw rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Kennesaw

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Pop. 34,605·74th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Kennesaw, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,774/mo

Year-over-Year

-2.7%

Month-over-Month

+0.7%

vs US Median

-$191

Rising (Monthly)

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Kennesaw · $1,774

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

Rent Reality Score

78/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 14% below what Kennesaw's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,774/mo

Expected by trend

$2,069/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,450

1 BR

$1,509

2 BR

$1,667

3 BR

$2,008

4 BR+

$2,416

Research median

$1,667/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

$21,288/yr

At $1,774/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-2.7% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Kennesaw, GA is majority owner-occupied, 47.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

34,605

Median income

$83,356

Median age

35.6

Renters

35.4%

Age distribution

21.4%

27.6%

27.1%

13.2%

Under 1821.4%

18–3427.6%

35–5427.1%

55–6410.7%

65+13.2%

Gender

46.2%

53.8%

Male46.2%

Female53.8%

Race & ethnicity

54%

22.8%

13.6%

White54%

Black22.8%

Hispanic13.6%

Asian5.3%

Other4.3%

Education (25+)

20.4%

25.3%

47.3%

No HS diploma7%

HS diploma20.4%

Some college25.3%

Bachelor's+47.3%

Housing tenure

64.6%

35.4%

Owner64.6%

Renter35.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Kennesaw, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,518 → $1,774

up 16.9%

Income

$73,977 → $83,356

up 12.7%

Population

33,036 → 34,605

up 4.7%

Renter share

31.2% → 35.4%

+4.2 pts

Bachelor's+

44.7% → 47.3%

+2.6 pts

Compared with 2021, rent in Kennesaw, GA has increased by $256 per month, settling near $1,774 after starting the period at $1,518. Census figures show median household income at $83,356 today, compared with $73,977 five years earlier. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 4.2 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 33,036 to 34,605 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.7% change. About 35.4% of households rent today, against 31.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 44.7% to 47.3%. 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 Kennesaw on your salary?

At $1,774/mo, how Kennesaw 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 = 32.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Kennesaw rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Kennesaw, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Kennesaw is $1,774/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,450/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,667/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,509/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,008/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($83,356/yr), Kennesaw ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Kennesaw an affordable city for renters?

Kennesaw is considered affordable for renters. At $1,774/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($83,356/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Kennesaw falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Kennesaw?

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 $1,774/mo in Kennesaw. The local median household income is $83,356/yr, meaning the typical Kennesaw household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Kennesaw?

Rent in Kennesaw has decreased 2.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Kennesaw neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Kennesaw are 30144 ($1,690/mo), and 30152 ($2,020/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Kennesaw is $1,774/mo.

How does Kennesaw rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Kennesaw is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #74 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,774/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Kennesaw?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Kennesaw ($1,774/mo): Emerson ($1,616/mo), Marietta ($1,717/mo).

What percentage of Kennesaw residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.4% of Kennesaw households are renters, while 64.6% are owner-occupied. Kennesaw leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Kennesaw rent compare to the national average?

Kennesaw's median rent of $1,774/mo is $191 (10%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #74 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,774/mo, rent takes ~26% of Kennesaw's median household income ($83,356/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Kennesaw 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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