1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Macon, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Macon, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +11% lower than the citywide median of $1,244 and +21% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Macon
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Macon
Compare Macon's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,240 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,130 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,120 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,100 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,970 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,933 |
| 7 | Richmond Hill | $1,920 |
| 8 | Powder Springs | $1,920 |
| 9 | Snellville | $1,910 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,910 |
| 11 | Buford | $1,910 |
| 12 | Auburn | $1,910 |
| 13 | Lawrenceville | $1,905 |
| 14 | Woodstock | $1,900 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,851 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Macon.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Macon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GA | 15.1 mi | $1,170 | +$69 (+6%) |
| Bonaire, GA | 20.8 mi | $1,440 | +$339 (+31%) |
| Kathleen, GA | 26 mi | $1,480 | +$379 (+34%) |
| Perry, GA | 28.2 mi | $1,000 | $-101 (-9%) |
| Milledgeville, GA | 33.1 mi | $900 | $-201 (-18%) |
| Locust Grove, GA | 46.8 mi | $1,570 | +$469 (+43%) |
| Griffin, GA | 47.2 mi | $1,270 | +$169 (+15%) |
| Covington, GA | 51.2 mi | $1,490 | +$389 (+35%) |
| McDonough, GA | 53.4 mi | $1,740 | +$639 (+58%) |
| Dublin, GA | 55 mi | $710 | $-391 (-36%) |
| Hampton, GA | 59.2 mi | $1,670 | +$569 (+52%) |
| Conyers, GA | 61.4 mi | $1,513 | +$412 (+37%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Macon — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Macon?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Macon, Georgia is $1,101 per month. This is +11% below the citywide median of $1,244.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Macon?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $44,040 ($3,670/month gross), which works out to roughly $21.17/hour at a full-time job.
Is Macon expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Macon's 1-bedroom median of $1,101 is +21% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 29th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Macon rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Macon ranks #26 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Macon?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Perry ($1,000), Milledgeville ($900), Dublin ($710).