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

As of August 2026, the median monthly rent in Lilburn, GA is $2,215. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Lilburn cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Lilburn is one of the pricier cities in Georgia, ranking #16 out of 133 cities tracked at $2,215/mo.

When was Lilburn rent data last updated?

Lilburn rent data reflects August 2026 and was last refreshed on August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

What is the Fair Market Rent in Lilburn, GA?

HUD sets the Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom home in Lilburn, GA at $2,000 per month, which is 10% below the $2,215 market median. Fair Market Rent is the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) payment standard. It is a 40th-percentile gross rent that includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash, and HUD updates it once a year, so it measures something different from current market asking rent.

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Lilburn

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Pop. 15,390·16th most expensive in Georgia·Lilburn rents are up 13.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,215/mo

Year-over-Year

+13.7%

Month-over-Month

+9.0%

vs US Median

+$253

Rising (Monthly)

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Lilburn · $2,215

More expensive than 69% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo

Rent Reality Score

28/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 11% above what Lilburn's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,215/mo

Expected by trend

$1,999/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,740

1 BR

$1,810

2 BR

$2,000

3 BR

$2,410

4 BR+

$2,900

Fair Market Rent (HUD)

$2,000/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,215 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost

$26,580/yr

At $2,215/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 13.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+13.7% YoY, +9.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Lilburn, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

15,390

Median income

$63,581

Median age

35.7

Renters

38.6%

Age distribution

30.4%

18.7%

25.7%

16.6%

Under 1830.4%

18–3418.7%

35–5425.7%

55–648.5%

65+16.6%

Gender

54.8%

45.2%

Male54.8%

Female45.2%

Race & ethnicity

22.7%

14.6%

48.2%

13.6%

White22.7%

Black14.6%

Hispanic48.2%

Asian13.6%

Other0.9%

Education (25+)

23.7%

27.9%

20.5%

27.9%

No HS diploma23.7%

HS diploma27.9%

Some college20.5%

Bachelor's+27.9%

Housing tenure

61.4%

38.6%

Owner61.4%

Renter38.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Lilburn, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,648 → $2,215

up 34.4%

Income

$58,900 → $63,581

up 7.9%

Population

14,424 → 15,390

up 6.7%

Renter share

39.5% → 38.6%

-0.9 pts

Bachelor's+

24.3% → 27.9%

+3.6 pts

Five years ago, renters in Lilburn, GA paid around $1,648 a month. That figure now sits near $2,215, up 34.4% from the 2022 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Lilburn, GA now reports about $63,581, up from $58,900 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Lilburn, GA adding about 966 residents over the five-year window, up 6.7% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 24.3% to 27.9% across the same window. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Lilburn, GA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Lilburn on your salary?

At $2,215/mo, how Lilburn rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 41.7% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 36.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 20.3% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 15.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 44.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 49.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 40% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Lilburn rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Lilburn, GA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Lilburn is $2,215/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,740/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,000/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,810/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,410/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($63,581/yr), Lilburn ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 13.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lilburn an affordable city for renters?

Lilburn is considered stretched for renters. At $2,215/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($63,581/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lilburn significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Lilburn?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $89,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,215/mo in Lilburn. The local median household income is $63,581/yr, meaning the typical Lilburn household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lilburn?

Rent in Lilburn has increased 13.7% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Lilburn rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Lilburn is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #16 out of 133 tracked cities at $2,215/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lilburn?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lilburn ($2,215/mo): Norcross ($1,422/mo), Stone Mountain ($1,581/mo), Tucker ($1,655/mo).

What percentage of Lilburn residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.6% of Lilburn households are renters, while 61.4% are owner-occupied. Lilburn leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Lilburn rent compare to the national average?

Lilburn's median rent of $2,215/mo is $253 (13%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #16 out of 133 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

42%

STRETCHED

At $2,215/mo, rent takes ~42% of Lilburn's median household income ($63,581/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lilburn 42%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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