Studio Apartment Rent in Locust Grove, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Locust Grove, Georgia as of August 2026. That's +33% lower than the citywide median of $2,259 and +17% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Locust Grove
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 Locust Grove
Compare Locust Grove'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 Locust Grove.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Locust Grove |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonough, GA | 7.6 mi | $1,675 | +$165 (+11%) |
| Griffin, GA | 13.7 mi | $1,220 | $-290 (-19%) |
| Hampton, GA | 14.4 mi | $1,610 | +$100 (+7%) |
| Stockbridge, GA | 16.1 mi | $1,510 | — |
| Rex, GA | 19.7 mi | $1,420 | $-90 (-6%) |
| Jonesboro, GA | 20.2 mi | $1,400 | $-110 (-7%) |
| Covington, GA | 20.9 mi | $1,435 | $-75 (-5%) |
| Conyers, GA | 22.2 mi | $1,460 | $-50 (-3%) |
| Ellenwood, GA | 22.8 mi | $1,650 | +$140 (+9%) |
| Lithonia, GA | 24.3 mi | $1,560 | +$50 (+3%) |
| Conley, GA | 25.8 mi | $1,130 | $-380 (-25%) |
| Forest Park, GA | 25.9 mi | $1,170 | $-340 (-23%) |
Studio rent in Locust Grove — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Locust Grove?
As of August 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Locust Grove, Georgia is $1,510 per month. This is +33% below the citywide median of $2,259.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Locust Grove?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $60,400 ($5,033/month gross), which works out to roughly $29.04/hour at a full-time job.
Is Locust Grove expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Locust Grove's studio median of $1,510 is +17% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 66th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Locust Grove rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 122 cities in Georgia with studio data, Locust Grove ranks #83 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Locust Grove?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Griffin ($1,220), Rex ($1,420), Jonesboro ($1,400).