How much does it cost to rent in Lithia Springs, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Lithia Springs, GA is $1,547. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Lithia Springs cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Lithia Springs is among the more affordable cities in Georgia, ranking #110 out of 135 cities at $1,547/mo.

When was Lithia Springs rent data last updated?

Lithia Springs 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

Lithia Springs

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Pop. 16,875·110th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Lithia Springs, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,547/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.3%

Month-over-Month

-1.1%

vs US Median

-$418

Falling (Monthly)

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Lithia Springs · $1,547

More affordable than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

67/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% below what Lithia Springs's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,547/mo

Expected by trend

$1,694/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,500

1 BR

$1,550

2 BR

$1,720

3 BR

$2,070

4 BR+

$2,490

Research median

$1,720/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

$18,564/yr

At $1,547/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 0.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.3% YoY, -1.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Lithia Springs, GA is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 26% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

16,875

Median income

$62,417

Median age

29.7

Renters

54.5%

Age distribution

22.9%

33.1%

21.2%

Under 1822.9%

18–3433.1%

35–5421.2%

55–6411.3%

65+11.6%

Gender

49.3%

50.7%

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

Race & ethnicity

31.2%

43%

23.3%

White31.2%

Black43%

Hispanic23.3%

Asian1.2%

Other1.3%

Education (25+)

15%

29.3%

29.7%

26%

No HS diploma15%

HS diploma29.3%

Some college29.7%

Bachelor's+26%

Housing tenure

45.5%

54.5%

Owner45.5%

Renter54.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lithia Springs, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,300 → $1,547

up 19.0%

Income

$49,568 → $62,417

up 25.9%

Population

15,825 → 16,875

up 6.6%

Renter share

58.1% → 54.5%

-3.6 pts

Bachelor's+

28.3% → 26%

-2.3 pts

Median age

31.5 → 29.7

-1.8 yrs

Rent in Lithia Springs, GA has increased 19.0% since 2021, going from about $1,300 per month to roughly $1,547 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Lithia Springs, GA now reports about $62,417, up from $49,568 in 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 6.9 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 15,825 to 16,875 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.6% change. About 54.5% of households rent today, against 58.1% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 28.3% to 26%. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Lithia Springs, GA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Lithia Springs on your salary?

At $1,547/mo, how Lithia Springs rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 29.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 25.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 14.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 11.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 28% income

affordable

By apartment size

Lithia Springs rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Lithia Springs, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lithia Springs is $1,547/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,500/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,720/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,550/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,070/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($62,417/yr), Lithia Springs ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lithia Springs an affordable city for renters?

Lithia Springs is considered moderate for renters. At $1,547/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($62,417/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lithia Springs slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Lithia Springs?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $62,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,547/mo in Lithia Springs. The local median household income is $62,417/yr, meaning the typical Lithia Springs household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lithia Springs?

Rent in Lithia Springs has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.3% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Lithia Springs rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Lithia Springs is one of the more affordable cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #110 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,547/mo.

What percentage of Lithia Springs residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 54.5% of Lithia Springs households are renters, while 45.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Lithia Springs has a strong rental market.

How does Lithia Springs rent compare to the national average?

Lithia Springs's median rent of $1,547/mo is $418 (21%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #110 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

30%

MODERATE

At $1,547/mo, rent takes ~30% of Lithia Springs's median household income ($62,417/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lithia Springs 30%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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