Studio Apartment Rent in Lithonia, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Lithonia, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +8% lower than the citywide median of $1,699 and +20% above the national studio median of $1,295.
Income needed for a studio in Lithonia
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Lithonia
Compare Lithonia's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a studio in Georgia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,160 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,050 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,040 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,020 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,900 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,863 |
| 7 | Powder Springs | $1,850 |
| 8 | Snellville | $1,840 |
| 9 | Lawrenceville | $1,835 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,830 |
| 11 | Auburn | $1,830 |
| 12 | Woodstock | $1,825 |
| 13 | Buford | $1,825 |
| 14 | Richmond Hill | $1,780 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Lithonia.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Lithonia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Mountain, GA | 6.5 mi | $1,580 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Conyers, GA | 8.6 mi | $1,460 | $-100 (-6%) |
| Decatur, GA | 9.7 mi | $1,572 | +$12 (+1%) |
| Stockbridge, GA | 10.5 mi | $1,510 | $-50 (-3%) |
| Clarkston, GA | 10.6 mi | $1,370 | $-190 (-12%) |
| Ellenwood, GA | 10.8 mi | $1,650 | +$90 (+6%) |
| Snellville, GA | 11.1 mi | $1,840 | +$280 (+18%) |
| Lilburn, GA | 11.7 mi | $1,740 | +$180 (+12%) |
| Tucker, GA | 12.2 mi | $1,640 | +$80 (+5%) |
| Rex, GA | 13.1 mi | $1,420 | $-140 (-9%) |
| Conley, GA | 14.4 mi | $1,130 | $-430 (-28%) |
| Norcross, GA | 16 mi | $1,163 | $-397 (-25%) |
Studio rent in Lithonia — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Lithonia?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Lithonia, Georgia is $1,560 per month. This is +8% below the citywide median of $1,699.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Lithonia?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $62,400 ($5,200/month gross), which works out to roughly $30.00/hour at a full-time job.
Is Lithonia expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Lithonia's studio median of $1,560 is +20% above the national studio median of $1,295. It ranks in the 69th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Lithonia rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 123 cities in Georgia with studio data, Lithonia ranks #91 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Lithonia?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Conyers ($1,460), Stockbridge ($1,510), Clarkston ($1,370).