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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Lawrenceville, GA is $1,881. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Lawrenceville cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Lawrenceville falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #58 out of 135 cities at $1,881/mo.

When was Lawrenceville rent data last updated?

Lawrenceville 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

Lawrenceville

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Pop. 30,954·58th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Lawrenceville, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,881/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.1%

Month-over-Month

+1.6%

vs US Median

-$84

Rising (Monthly)

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Lawrenceville · $1,881

More expensive than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

74/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 12% below what Lawrenceville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,881/mo

Expected by trend

$2,142/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,835

1 BR

$1,905

2 BR

$2,110

3 BR

$2,540

4 BR+

$3,063

Research median

$2,110/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

$22,572/yr

At $1,881/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (1.1% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.1% YoY, +1.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Lawrenceville, GA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 26% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

30,954

Median income

$61,561

Median age

32.9

Renters

53%

Age distribution

24.8%

28%

24.9%

12%

Under 1824.8%

18–3428%

35–5424.9%

55–6410.3%

65+12%

Gender

47.6%

52.4%

Male47.6%

Female52.4%

Race & ethnicity

29.1%

28.7%

31.3%

White29.1%

Black28.7%

Hispanic31.3%

Asian7.1%

Other3.8%

Education (25+)

16.5%

28.7%

28.8%

26%

No HS diploma16.5%

HS diploma28.7%

Some college28.8%

Bachelor's+26%

Housing tenure

47%

53%

Owner47%

Renter53%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lawrenceville, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,541 → $1,881

up 22.1%

Income

$51,242 → $61,561

up 20.1%

Population

30,299 → 30,954

up 2.2%

Renter share

52.9% → 53%

+0.1 pts

Bachelor's+

26% → 26%

+0.0 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Lawrenceville, GA has shifted from $1,541 to $1,881, up 22.1% since 2021. Household income in the area moved from $51,242 to $61,561 across the same window, up 20.1% versus 2021. Census counts show Lawrenceville, GA adding about 655 residents over the five-year window, up 2.2% on net. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Lawrenceville, GA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Lawrenceville on your salary?

At $1,881/mo, how Lawrenceville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 25.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 35.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 30.7% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 17.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 13.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 37.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 41.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 34% income

stretched

By apartment size

Lawrenceville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Lawrenceville, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lawrenceville is $1,881/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,835/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,110/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,905/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,540/mo.

At 37% of local median household income ($61,561/yr), Lawrenceville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lawrenceville an affordable city for renters?

Lawrenceville is considered moderate for renters. At $1,881/mo, rent takes approximately 37% of the local median household income ($61,561/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lawrenceville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Lawrenceville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,881/mo in Lawrenceville. The local median household income is $61,561/yr, meaning the typical Lawrenceville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lawrenceville?

Rent in Lawrenceville has increased 1.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Lawrenceville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Lawrenceville are 30046 ($1,761/mo), 30044 ($1,797/mo), and 30043 ($1,866/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Lawrenceville is $1,881/mo.

How does Lawrenceville rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Lawrenceville is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #58 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,881/mo.

What percentage of Lawrenceville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 53% of Lawrenceville households are renters, while 47% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Lawrenceville has a strong rental market.

How does Lawrenceville rent compare to the national average?

Lawrenceville's median rent of $1,881/mo is $84 (4%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #58 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

37%

MODERATE

At $1,881/mo, rent takes ~37% of Lawrenceville's median household income ($61,561/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lawrenceville 37%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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