Studio Apartment Rent in Macon, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Macon, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +17% lower than the citywide median of $1,244 and +20% below the national studio median of $1,295.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Macon
Compare Macon'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? 3 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Macon.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Macon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GA | 15.1 mi | $1,050 | +$17 (+2%) |
| Bonaire, GA | 20.8 mi | $1,290 | +$257 (+25%) |
| Kathleen, GA | 26 mi | $1,330 | +$297 (+29%) |
| Perry, GA | 28.2 mi | $900 | $-133 (-13%) |
| Milledgeville, GA | 33.1 mi | $810 | $-223 (-22%) |
| Locust Grove, GA | 46.8 mi | $1,510 | +$477 (+46%) |
| Griffin, GA | 47.2 mi | $1,220 | +$187 (+18%) |
| Covington, GA | 51.2 mi | $1,435 | +$402 (+39%) |
| McDonough, GA | 53.4 mi | $1,675 | +$642 (+62%) |
| Dublin, GA | 55 mi | $690 | $-343 (-33%) |
| Hampton, GA | 59.2 mi | $1,610 | +$577 (+56%) |
| Conyers, GA | 61.4 mi | $1,460 | +$427 (+41%) |
Studio rent in Macon — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Macon?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Macon, Georgia is $1,033 per month. This is +17% below the citywide median of $1,244.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Macon?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $41,320 ($3,443/month gross), which works out to roughly $19.87/hour at a full-time job.
Is Macon expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Macon's studio median of $1,033 is +20% below the national studio median of $1,295. It ranks in the 30th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Macon rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 123 cities in Georgia with studio data, Macon ranks #27 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Macon?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Perry ($900), Milledgeville ($810), Dublin ($690).