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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Lithonia, GA is $1,699. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Lithonia cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Lithonia falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #88 out of 135 cities at $1,699/mo.

When was Lithonia rent data last updated?

Lithonia 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

Lithonia

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Pop. 2,622·88th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Lithonia, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,699/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.7%

Month-over-Month

-1.1%

vs US Median

-$266

Falling (Monthly)

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Lithonia · $1,699

More affordable than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

75/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,699/mo

Expected by trend

$1,939/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,560

1 BR

$1,620

2 BR

$1,795

3 BR

$2,165

4 BR+

$2,600

Research median

$1,795/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

$20,388/yr

At $1,699/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, -1.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Lithonia, GA is majority renter-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

2,622

Median income

$61,713

Median age

35.6

Renters

58.3%

Age distribution

24.8%

22.3%

32.8%

13.6%

Under 1824.8%

18–3422.3%

35–5432.8%

55–6413.6%

65+6.5%

Gender

40.6%

59.4%

Male40.6%

Female59.4%

Race & ethnicity

88.8%

Black88.8%

Hispanic8%

Other2.7%

Education (25+)

16.8%

22.4%

38.4%

22.4%

No HS diploma16.8%

HS diploma22.4%

Some college38.4%

Bachelor's+22.4%

Housing tenure

41.7%

58.3%

Owner41.7%

Renter58.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lithonia, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,368 → $1,699

up 24.2%

Income

$33,278 → $61,713

up 85.4%

Population

2,579 → 2,622

up 1.7%

Renter share

77.3% → 58.3%

-19.0 pts

Bachelor's+

15.5% → 22.4%

+6.9 pts

Median age

28.1 → 35.6

+7.5 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Lithonia, GA has climbed by $331 per month, settling near $1,699 after starting the period at $1,368. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $33,278 in 2021 to $61,713 more recently. Income growth outran rent by about 61.2 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 2,579 to 2,622 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.7% change. About 58.3% of households rent today, against 77.3% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 15.5% to 22.4%. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Lithonia, GA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Lithonia on your salary?

At $1,699/mo, how Lithonia rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 22.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 32% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 27.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 15.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 12.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 34.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 37.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 30.7% income

stretched

By apartment size

Lithonia rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Lithonia, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lithonia is $1,699/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,560/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,795/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,620/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,165/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($61,713/yr), Lithonia ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lithonia an affordable city for renters?

Lithonia is considered moderate for renters. At $1,699/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($61,713/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lithonia slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Lithonia?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,699/mo in Lithonia. The local median household income is $61,713/yr, meaning the typical Lithonia household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lithonia?

Rent in Lithonia has increased 2.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Lithonia neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Lithonia are 30038 ($1,584/mo), and 30058 ($1,813/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Lithonia is $1,699/mo.

How does Lithonia rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Lithonia is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #88 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,699/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lithonia?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lithonia ($1,699/mo): Clarkston ($1,435/mo), Stockbridge ($1,593/mo), Stone Mountain ($1,663/mo).

What percentage of Lithonia residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 58.3% of Lithonia households are renters, while 41.7% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Lithonia has a strong rental market.

How does Lithonia rent compare to the national average?

Lithonia's median rent of $1,699/mo is $266 (14%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #88 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $1,699/mo, rent takes ~33% of Lithonia's median household income ($61,713/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lithonia 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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