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Mableton

Pop. 77,678·35th most expensive in Georgia·Mableton rents are up 10.0% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,040/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.0%
Month-over-Month
+8.2%
vs US Median
+$75
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Mableton · $2,040
More expensive than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
48/100
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Rents are right about where Mableton's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$2,040/mo
Expected by trend
$2,016/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,550
1 BR
$1,610
2 BR
$1,780
3 BR
$2,140
4 BR+
$2,580
Research median
$1,780/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
$24,480/yr
At $2,040/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 10.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.0% YoY, +8.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Mableton, GA is majority owner-occupied, 38.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
77,678
Median income
$77,980
Median age
37
Renters
35.4%
Age distribution
23.2%
23.7%
28.9%
12.5%
Under 1823.2%
18–3423.7%
35–5428.9%
55–6411.6%
65+12.5%
Gender
47.6%
52.4%
Male47.6%
Female52.4%
Race & ethnicity
24.6%
48.5%
24.5%
White24.6%
Black48.5%
Hispanic24.5%
Asian2.1%
Education (25+)
12.4%
23.2%
25.7%
38.7%
No HS diploma12.4%
HS diploma23.2%
Some college25.7%
Bachelor's+38.7%
Housing tenure
64.6%
35.4%
Owner64.6%
Renter35.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mableton, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,338 → $2,040
up 52.5%
Income
$69,395 → $77,980
up 12.4%
Population
41,632 → 77,678
up 86.6%
Renter share
28.3% → 35.4%
+7.1 pts
Bachelor's+
37.1% → 38.7%
+1.6 pts
Median age
37.9 → 37
-0.9 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Mableton, GA paid around $1,338 a month. That figure now sits near $2,040, up 52.5% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Mableton, GA now reports about $77,980, up from $69,395 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Mableton, GA adding about 36,046 residents over the five-year window, up 86.6% on net. The renter share has risen from 28.3% to 35.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Mableton, GA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Mableton rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Mableton, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mableton is $2,040/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,550/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,780/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,610/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,140/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($77,980/yr), Mableton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mableton an affordable city for renters?

Mableton is considered moderate for renters. At $2,040/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($77,980/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mableton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Mableton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $82,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,040/mo in Mableton. The local median household income is $77,980/yr, meaning the typical Mableton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mableton?

Rent in Mableton has increased 10.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Mableton rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Mableton is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #35 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,040/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mableton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mableton ($2,040/mo): Lithia Springs ($1,547/mo), Smyrna ($1,614/mo), Marietta ($1,717/mo).

What percentage of Mableton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.4% of Mableton households are renters, while 64.6% are owner-occupied. Mableton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mableton rent compare to the national average?

Mableton's median rent of $2,040/mo is $75 (4%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #35 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,040/mo, rent takes ~31% of Mableton's median household income ($77,980/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mableton 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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