How much does it cost to rent in Locust Grove, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Locust Grove, GA is $2,238. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Locust Grove cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Locust Grove is one of the pricier cities in Georgia, ranking #13 out of 135 cities tracked at $2,238/mo.

When was Locust Grove rent data last updated?

Locust Grove 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

Locust Grove

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Pop. 10,532·13th most expensive in Georgia·Locust Grove rents are up 8.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,238/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.4%

Month-over-Month

+3.9%

vs US Median

+$273

Rising (Monthly)

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Locust Grove · $2,238

More expensive than 70% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

65/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Locust Grove's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,238/mo

Expected by trend

$2,420/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,510

1 BR

$1,570

2 BR

$1,740

3 BR

$2,100

4 BR+

$2,520

Research median

$1,740/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

$26,856/yr

At $2,238/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.4% YoY, +3.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Locust Grove, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 30% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

10,532

Median income

$75,083

Median age

32.9

Renters

16.3%

Age distribution

29.7%

23.5%

33.5%

Under 1829.7%

18–3423.5%

35–5433.5%

55–646.3%

65+7%

Gender

52.8%

47.2%

Male52.8%

Female47.2%

Race & ethnicity

37.7%

52.4%

White37.7%

Black52.4%

Hispanic8%

Asian1.1%

Other0.9%

Education (25+)

31.5%

33.8%

30%

No HS diploma4.6%

HS diploma31.5%

Some college33.8%

Bachelor's+30%

Housing tenure

83.7%

16.3%

Owner83.7%

Renter16.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Locust Grove, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,664 → $2,238

up 34.5%

Income

$57,799 → $75,083

up 29.9%

Population

8,816 → 10,532

up 19.5%

Renter share

20.3% → 16.3%

-4.0 pts

Bachelor's+

22.6% → 30%

+7.4 pts

Median age

36.5 → 32.9

-3.6 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Locust Grove, GA has shifted from $1,664 to $2,238, up 34.5% since 2021. Median household income climbed from $57,799 to $75,083 between 2021 and 2024, a 29.9% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Locust Grove, GA adding about 1,716 residents over the five-year window, up 19.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 20.3% to 16.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 22.6% to 30% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Locust Grove, GA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Locust Grove on your salary?

At $2,238/mo, how Locust Grove rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 29.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 42.1% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 36.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 20.5% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 16% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 45% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 49.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 40.4% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Locust Grove rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Locust Grove

About renting in Locust Grove, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Locust Grove is $2,238/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,510/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,740/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,570/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,100/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($75,083/yr), Locust Grove ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Locust Grove an affordable city for renters?

Locust Grove is considered moderate for renters. At $2,238/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($75,083/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Locust Grove slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Locust Grove?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $90,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,238/mo in Locust Grove. The local median household income is $75,083/yr, meaning the typical Locust Grove household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Locust Grove?

Rent in Locust Grove has increased 8.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Locust Grove rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Locust Grove is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #13 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,238/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Locust Grove?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Locust Grove ($2,238/mo): Griffin ($1,322/mo), Stockbridge ($1,593/mo), McDonough ($1,847/mo).

What percentage of Locust Grove residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 16.3% of Locust Grove households are renters, while 83.7% are owner-occupied. Locust Grove leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Locust Grove rent compare to the national average?

Locust Grove's median rent of $2,238/mo is $273 (14%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #13 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

36%

MODERATE

At $2,238/mo, rent takes ~36% of Locust Grove's median household income ($75,083/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Locust Grove 36%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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